Los Angeles Plays Itself
2004
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Synopsis
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.
Los Angeles Plays Itself (2004) is a 2h 49min documentary feature film by Thom Andersen. From its distinctive neighborhoods to its architectural homes, Los Angeles has been the backdrop to countless movies. Selected for Los Angeles Film Awards (2025).
Facts
Setting
Los Angeles
Original language
English
Trailer
Stills
Festival History
- Los Angeles Film Awards 2025
- Locarno International Film Festival 2010 generic
- International Film Festival Rotterdam 2004 generic
- Sundance Film Festival 2004 generic
- Toronto International Film Festival 2003 generic
