"Off the record, on the QT, and very hush-hush. A shooting at an all night diner is investigated by three LA policemen in their own unique ways." L.A. Confidential was set in the 1950s, with a fine cast, and a certain style. Movie won two Oscars. Novel by James Ellroy a gem. Music: "Bei Mir Bist Du Schoen", sung by Janis Siegel, extracted from "Swing Kids" soundtrack. Video by ClaraDarko. Spoilers a cert.