Internal Affairs

Internal Affairs

Year: 1990

Runtime: 115 min

Language: English

Director: Mike Figgis

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In the corrupt underbelly of the LAPD, Officer Dennis Peck reigns supreme, inspiring fierce devotion from some and distrust from others. As Internal Affairs probes his shady dealings, a tangled web of deceit unfolds, threatening to destroy not only Peck's reputation but also the lives of those around him.

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Timeline – Internal Affairs (1990)
Trace every key event in Internal Affairs (1990) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Initiating the Drug Bust

LAPD officers Dennis Peck and Van Stretch embark on a drug bust operation. Their methods are brutal and unorthodox, raising concerns from fellow officers about their conduct and ethics in handling the situation.

Los Angeles
2

A Misguided Targeting

Officer Dorian Fletcher mistakenly targets an unarmed individual during the drug bust operation. This incident highlights the reckless nature of some officers as tensions within the LAPD begin to rise.

Los Angeles
3

The Investigation Begins

Fresh recruit Raymond Avilla joins the Internal Affairs Division to investigate the corruption linked to the drug bust. Partnered with Amy Wallace, they start unraveling a disturbing web of abuse and misconduct within the department.

Internal Affairs Division, Los Angeles
4

Peck's Secrets Surface

As Avilla and Wallace delve deeper into their investigation, they uncover Peck's complex personal life and ties to multiple wives. The apparent model officer is revealed to be leading a life riddled with corruption, enabled by his ill-gotten gains.

Los Angeles
5

Encountering Danger

Avilla finds himself in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with Peck, who is using his police status to cover up illegal activities, including high-stakes contract killings. The stakes are raised, and a perilous confrontation looms.

Los Angeles
6

Tensions Between Stretch and Peck

Avilla urges Stretch to take a stand against Peck, paving the way for escalating tensions. Meanwhile, unbeknownst to Stretch, Peck is conducting an affair with his wife, Penny, further complicating their strained relationship.

Los Angeles
7

The Assault on Stretch

In a shocking turn of events, Stretch is violently assaulted and left for dead. Miraculously, he survives but is left gasping for breath, revealing the intense danger posed by his loyalty to the corrupt Peck.

Los Angeles
8

A Critical Shootout

As Avilla and Wallace close in on crucial evidence, two SWAT teams storm the scene, leading to a violent shootout that results in Fletcher and key witness Demetrio's deaths. On his deathbed, Demetrio implicates Peck as the source of the corruption.

Los Angeles
9

Personal Relationships Strain

Avilla's marriage suffers as his obsession with the investigation takes a toll. Meanwhile, Peck's manipulation intensifies, showcasing his dangerous control over those around him, including Avilla's wife, Kathleen.

Los Angeles
10

The Revelation of Real Estate Connections

The IAD uncovers shocking financial ties among Peck's wives regarding lucrative real estate deals. Penny Stretch, torn but eventually cooperative, provides essential details about two murder victims linking back to businessman Arrocas.

Los Angeles
11

The Confrontation with Arrocas

Arrocas surprises Peck in an intimate moment with his wife and becomes enraged. In a desperate attempt to regain control, Arrocas shoots Peck in the foot amidst the chaos, but not without dire consequences.

Los Angeles
12

Wallace's Injury

As the investigation intensifies, Peck resorts to violence and shoots Wallace as he makes his escape. In a final act of defiance, she manages to inform Avilla of Peck's assault before succumbing to her injuries.

Los Angeles
13

Hostage Situation

Avilla returns home to find Peck holding Kathleen hostage at gunpoint. In an emotional showdown, Avilla faces the dire consequences of his prolonged investigation as he confronts Peck directly.

Avilla's home
14

The Climactic Duel

In a tense and brutal confrontation, Avilla, despite being beaten and injured, manages to summon the strength to shoot Peck. This final act of self-defense marks a violent end to Peck's reign of corruption within the LAPD.

Avilla's home
15

Aftermath of the Ordeal

With Peck dead, the shocking revelations of corruption within the LAPD begin to surface. Avilla is left to deal with the overwhelming fallout from the investigation, including the personal and professional sacrifices made along the way.

Los Angeles

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