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Los Angeles Plays Itself (2004) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 2004 · 169 min · English
- Directed by
- Thom Andersen
This documentary examines the recurring ways Los Angeles has been presented in film, contrasting those portrayals with the reality of the city. Professor Thom Andersen critiques how filmmakers have often misrepresented Los Angeles and its diverse communities, highlighting the disconnect between the on-screen image and the actual place. The film explores how the city is frequently treated as a character, revealing both its iconic glamour and its less appealing aspects.
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