The Black Dahlia Etc. when two hit men—one soulless

when two hit men—one soulless (John Hurt) and one a loose cannon (a youthful Tim Roth)—come calling to bring Willie back for execution

by film historian Bruce Lawton

he's recuperating in the remote cabin of whacked-out nurse Annie

where nothing much happens

Jancsó's film examines issues of law

The Black Dahlia Etc. when two hit men—one soullessDESCRIPTION Based on true events, Brian De Palma's throwback noir thriller based on James Ellroy's classic book chronicles the case that shook 1940s Los Angeles to its core. The lives of two Los Angeles policemen are thrown into chaos after the mysterious and brutal murder of a woman named Elizabeth Short captivates the city and leads them down a rabbit hole of conspiracy and corruption.