City of Lies

Saban Films | Release Date: March 19, 2021

6.7	USER SCORE Generally favorable reviews based on 21 Ratings

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TVJerryMar 25, 2021

Yet another corrupt cop drama. The one is based on the true story of a LA detective (Johnny Depp very underplayed) who tried to expose the truth behind the murder of The Notorious B.I.G.. The story is framed by extensive, dry discussionsYet another corrupt cop drama. The one is based on the true story of a LA detective (Johnny Depp very underplayed) who tried to expose the truth behind the murder of The Notorious B.I.G.. The story is framed by extensive, dry discussions with a reporter (Forest Whitaker playing the usual), who delves into the case 20 years later. Their review of the facts alternates between scenes from the original investigation with a uninspired style that lacks much punch. Even as it exposes the alleged corruption, director Brad Ferman never manages to bring any sense of outrage to the proceedings. NOTE: Violetta Wallace, the rapper’s mother, plays herself and does a commendable job.… Expand

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JLuis_001Aug 25, 2021

The title is notorious and more than adequate for a film that seems to be built on suspicions, assumptions and even to some extent, conspiracy theories.

It wouldn't be so much of a problem if it weren't for the fact that it talks about aThe title is notorious and more than adequate for a film that seems to be built on suspicions, assumptions and even to some extent, conspiracy theories.

It wouldn't be so much of a problem if it weren't for the fact that it talks about a real case. A notably high profile case.

In the end, it's certainly fiction, the credits themselves say so, but that doesn't prevent this from being quite irresponsible to a certain degree.

And it's not like City of Lies creates any kind of damaging speculation, but it also doesn't offer anything especially revealing or crucial about the case at hand. It's merely noise.

Johnny Depp and Forest Whitaker are effective leads, if you consider what this story has to offer, but neither of them is able to keep this ship afloat, as it is sinking through many different holes.… Expand

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