L.A. Vice
L.A. Vice

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L.A. Vice

1989
Movie
85 min
English

Detective Jon Louroy Chance investigates a string of murders in Los Angeles and uncovers a ruthless kidnapping scheme.

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IMDb4.9/10
Director: Michael A. SimpsonGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

In the crime-ridden streets of Los Angeles, veteran detective Jack Kincaid and his younger partner, Sonny Baker, are tasked with taking down a ruthless drug lord who is flooding the city with cocaine. As they delve deeper into the dangerous underworld, they uncover a conspiracy that reaches higher than they imagined, forcing them to confront corruption within their own ranks. The partners must rely on their wits and each other to survive and bring justice to the city.

Critical Reception

L.A. Vice received a generally negative reception from critics, who often cited its formulaic plot and uninspired direction. While some appreciated the action sequences, the film was largely seen as a derivative crime thriller that failed to distinguish itself from better-known genre entries. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with many finding it to be a forgettable entry in the 1980s crime film landscape.

What Reviewers Say

  • Critically panned for its predictable storyline and lack of originality.

  • Often criticized for weak character development and uninspired performances.

  • While featuring some action, it was deemed by many to be a forgettable genre exercise.

Google audience: Information on Google user reviews for L.A. Vice is not readily available, making it difficult to summarize specific audience sentiments.

Fun Fact

Despite its title and setting, L.A. Vice is not related to the highly successful TV series Miami Vice, though it clearly attempts to capitalize on its popularity.

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