Murray's Law
Murray's Law

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Murray's Law

Movie
19 min
English

Murray, a thirty-something shlub, finds himself slightly buzzed and wondering why he is about to cheat on his girlfriend of many years with an attractive young hipster.

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IMDb7.2/10
Director: William GazeckiGenres: Documentary, Crime

Plot Summary

This documentary investigates the alleged systemic corruption within the Los Angeles Police Department, focusing on the controversial "war on drugs" and its impact on civil liberties. It presents evidence and testimonies suggesting widespread abuse of power and questionable police tactics. The film aims to shed light on the legal and ethical issues surrounding law enforcement's aggressive pursuit of drug offenders. It questions the integrity of the justice system when faced with such allegations.

Critical Reception

Murray's Law received critical attention for its unflinching look at alleged police corruption, though its impact was somewhat limited by its distribution. Reviewers often praised its investigative depth and the serious nature of its subject matter, but some noted its potential for bias given its perspective. Audiences interested in true crime and critiques of law enforcement found it compelling.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its detailed examination of alleged LAPD corruption.

  • Acknowledged for tackling a significant and controversial topic.

  • Some found the film's perspective to be one-sided.

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Fun Fact

The documentary is named after Los Angeles Police Department detective William H. Murray, who sued the LAPD alleging that he was retaliated against for investigating corruption within the department.

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