James Ellroy Movies

A documentary featuring film historians, directors and authors discussing the making of Billy Wilder's "Double Indemnity."

The historic election of Ronald Reagan as the 40th President of the USA has gained new relevance with the success of Donald Trump. Ronald Reagan's...

Writers of crime fiction and nonfiction discuss influential movies about police officers and the criminal element.

The murder of a young Hollywood actress Elizabeth Short in 1947 is the oldest unsolved murder case in Los Angeles. New information and clues may help...

A portrait of American crime writer James Ellroy that is a journey through his dark personal and literary obsessions, marked by the murder of his...

A killer plays a risky game of cat and mouse with the investigating detectives. Short black and white film based on James Ellroy's serial killer...

The documentary covers the origins, history and curious stories behind the production along with a perceptive reading of the film.

Documentary about James Ellroy

Hungarian home movies are examined by the likes of James Ellroy and Stan Brakhage for evidence of family problems.

White Jazz, Nicola Black’s highly acclaimed documentary, follows cult crime writer James Ellroy’s quest to find his mother’s...