When Lou Bloom, desperate for work, muscles into the world of L.A. crime journalism, he blurs the line between observer and participant to become the star of his own story. Aiding him in his effort is Nina, a TV-news veteran.
Casts Jake Gyllenhaal, Riz Ahmed, Rene Russo, Bill Paxton, Kevin Rahm, Michael Hyatt, Price Carson, Kent Shocknek, Sharon Tay, Ann Cusack
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