LA Blues
Opening in a Hollywood parking lot on New Years Eve as a crowd gathers around an ambulance as a guy is being loaded in on a gurney, the story is told in flashback by one of the characters to a female detective who comes on the scene of what may have been an attempted suicide and he unravels the story of a year in the lives of 6 guys who hang out in a blues bar in Hollywood, watch sports, trash talk, and bitch about their lives, as they go through problems ranging from construction nightmares to divorce, gambling addiction, alcoholism, child custody fights, and all the headaches and heartaches men go through in the course of their lives. As the story unfolds, the audience is left wondering which one of these guys ended up in the ambulance, and why. The blues soundtrack is true to the nature of the music itself, and to the movie, as it's about heartache and longing, loving and losing, striving and failing.
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Plot Summary
A struggling young actress takes drastic measures to achieve fame in Hollywood. Her ambition leads her down a dark path as she becomes entangled with dangerous individuals and finds herself in a dangerous game of survival. The film explores the ruthless nature of the entertainment industry and the extreme sacrifices some are willing to make for success.
Critical Reception
LA Blues received mixed to negative reviews from critics, with many pointing to its predictable plot and uneven pacing. While some appreciated its attempt to delve into the darker side of Hollywood, the execution often fell short of expectations. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to gain significant traction.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its attempt to explore the dark underbelly of Hollywood, but often criticized for being melodramatic.
- The plot was seen as predictable and cliché by many reviewers.
- Performance quality was inconsistent, with some actors receiving praise and others being noted for unconvincing portrayals.
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Fun Fact
Despite its title, 'LA Blues' was not widely released and is considered by many to be a lesser-known independent film.
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