The Streets of L.A.
The Streets of L.A.

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The Streets of L.A.

1979
Movie
94 min
English

A woman embarks on a lone pursuit of three teenaged hoods in the Los Angeles barrio after becoming incensed at their malicious tire-slashing on parked cars including hers.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Friz FrelengGenres: Crime, Drama, Action

Plot Summary

A veteran detective, nearing retirement, is forced to confront his past when he investigates a series of brutal murders that mirror a case he thought was long closed. As the body count rises, he finds himself entangled in a dangerous conspiracy that implicates powerful figures within the city. With his own life and reputation on the line, he must race against time to unmask the killer before becoming their next victim.

Critical Reception

The Streets of L.A. received a mixed to negative reception upon its release. Critics often cited its predictable plot and uneven pacing, though some performances, particularly Leonard Nimoy's, were noted as a strong point. Audiences were generally unimpressed, contributing to its limited impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Often criticized for its formulaic crime drama elements and a convoluted storyline.

  • Leonard Nimoy's performance as the world-weary detective was frequently highlighted as a rare positive aspect.

  • Pacing issues and a lack of originality hampered its overall appeal.

Google audience: Audience reviews for 'The Streets of L.A.' are scarce and generally reflect disappointment, with many viewers finding the film to be a forgettable entry in the crime genre and too derivative of more successful police procedurals of the era.

Fun Fact

Despite its dramatic tone, 'The Streets of L.A.' was directed by Friz Freleng, a legendary animator primarily known for his work on classic Warner Bros. cartoons like Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies.

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