Ellroy vs L.A.
Synopsis
A dark journey into the mind of noir master James Ellroy. Through an in-depth interview and archive footage, the documentary interweaves Ellroy's personal and artistic narrative with his original vision of the city of Los Angeles, his birthplace, the origin of his traumas and the inexhaustible container of events, crimes and characters that he was able to transform into his countless literary masterpieces. The film retraces an “ideal day” shaped by traumas, events, and infamous crimes in Los Angeles, a city that profoundly shaped his life and inspired his greatest works.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Festa del Cinema di Roma
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Francesco Zippel
- Screenplay & Story
- Francesco Zippel
- Original Score
- Calibro 35
- Original Title
- Ellroy vs L.A.
- Spoken Languages
- English, Italian
- Runtime
- Unknown
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Francesco Zippel
Francesco Zippel
Calibro 35
Michele Castelli
Department Leadership Roster
Francesco Zippel
Director
Francesco Zippel
Screenplay
Michele Castelli
Editor
Calibro 35
Original Music Composer
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Frequently Asked Questions About Ellroy vs L.A.
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What is Ellroy vs L.A. about?
A dark journey into the mind of noir master James Ellroy. Through an in-depth interview and archive footage, the documentary interweaves Ellroy's personal and artistic narrative with his original vision of the city of Los Angeles, his birthplace, the origin of his traumas and the inexhaustible container of events, crimes and characters that he was able to transform into his countless literary masterpieces. The film retraces an “ideal day” shaped by traumas, events, and infamous crimes in Los Angeles, a city that profoundly shaped his life and inspired his greatest works.
Who directed Ellroy vs L.A.?
Ellroy vs L.A. was directed by Francesco Zippel.
Who stars in Ellroy vs L.A.?
The principal cast of Ellroy vs L.A. includes James Ellroy, Calibro 35, Enrico Gabrielli, Fabio Rondanini, Massimo Martellotta.
When was Ellroy vs L.A. released and how long is it?
Ellroy vs L.A. was released in 2025 with a total runtime of Unknown.
Who composed the musical score for Ellroy vs L.A.?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Ellroy vs L.A. was composed by Calibro 35.