In this episode we discuss Robert Towne and Robert Evan’s Los Angeles Neo-Noir Chinatown. We discuss the some of the history of Los Angeles, William Muholland, and the water wars in the 1920s and 1930’s, Jack Nicholson’s stirring turn as the lead, J.J. Gettis, and problematic director Roman Polanski. We also discuss famed actress Ingrid Bergman, her early career in Sweden, her breakout films from Casablanca to Gaslight, and the controversy surrounding the release of Joan of Arc.
**Content Warning** - mentions of harrassment in regards to Roman Polanski from 23:53-26:34
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