Los Angeles Plays Itself
Director: Thom Andersen
From its distinctive neighborhoods to its architectural homes, Los Angeles has been the backdrop to countless movies. In this dazzling work, Andersen takes viewers on a whirlwind tour through the metropolis' real and cinematic history, investigating the myriad stories and legends that have come to define it, and meticulously, judiciously revealing the real city that lives beneath.
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Los Angeles Plays Itself (2004) is a documentary, history film. With an average rating of 7.6/10 from 69 votes, it's one of the higher-rated titles. The film runs 2h 49min. Check current streaming availability in the "Where to watch" section above.
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How long is Los Angeles Plays Itself?
Los Angeles Plays Itself runs 169 minutes (2h 49min).
What rating does Los Angeles Plays Itself have?
Los Angeles Plays Itself has an average rating of 7.6/10 based on 69 viewer votes on TMDB.
What year is Los Angeles Plays Itself from?
Los Angeles Plays Itself was released in 2004.
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