Movie: Whatever You Desire: Making 'L.A. Confidential'

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Kim Basinger
Kim Basinger

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Curtis Hanson
Curtis Hanson

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James Ellroy
James Ellroy

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Arnon Milchan
Arnon Milchan

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Michael G. Nathanson
Michael G. Nathanson

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Russell Crowe
Russell Crowe

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Guy Pearce
Guy Pearce

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Kevin Spacey
Kevin Spacey

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Danny DeVito
Danny DeVito

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James Cromwell
James Cromwell

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    Director Curtis Hanson and his cast and crew discuss the arduous but rewarding process of creating a modern classic.

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    2008-09-23

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