Mulholland Falls
Mulholland Falls

Mulholland Falls

1996Movie107 minEnglish

In 1950s Los Angeles, a special crime squad of the LAPD investigates the murder of a young woman.

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IMDb5.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes45%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users52%
Director: Lee TamahoriGenres: Crime, Mystery, Thriller, Neo-noir

Plot Summary

In 1950s Los Angeles, a special LAPD "Hat Squad" known for its brutality and effectiveness investigates the murder of a woman with ties to the Atomic Energy Commission. As they delve deeper, the investigation uncovers a conspiracy involving powerful figures, nuclear secrets, and a seductive woman connected to the victim.

Critical Reception

Mulholland Falls was met with a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its convoluted plot and uneven tone. While some praised its stylish visuals and neo-noir atmosphere, many found it failed to live up to the promise of its cast and premise.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its slick, atmospheric visuals and neo-noir aesthetic.
  • Criticized for a confusing and overly complicated plot.
  • Some found the performances engaging, while others felt the film lacked a compelling narrative drive.

Google audience: Audiences found the film stylish and visually appealing, with some appreciating the retro setting and performances. However, many expressed disappointment with the muddled storyline and a lack of clear resolution, leading to a mixed reception.

Fun Fact

The film's ensemble cast included several actors who would later become more famous, such as Jennifer Connelly and a young Matthew McConaughey in a small role.

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GenerationofSwine

GenerationofSwin...

Well.... Andrew McCarthy does an excellent job, but everyone else kind of phones it in, including the director. It's supposed to be a kind of Neo Noir, but it never really feels as gritty or as mysterious as a noir should and the femme f...
John Chard

John Chard

There ain't no falls in L.A. Mulholland Falls is directed by Lee Tamahori and written by Pete Dexter. It stars Nick Nolte, Chazz Palminteri, Melanie Griffith, Michael Madsen, Chris Penn, Jennifer Connelly, Treat Williams, John Malkovich...