Bad Lieutenant
While investigating a young nun's rape, a corrupt New York City police detective, with a serious drug and gambling addiction, tries to change his ways and find forgiveness.
Release Year
1992
Runtime
96 min
Audience Score
7.0
Genres
Crime, Drama
Story Snapshot
While investigating a young nun's rape, a corrupt New York City police detective, with a serious drug and gambling addiction, tries to change his ways and find forgiveness.
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Bad Lieutenant is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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