Down by Law
A disc jockey, a pimp and an Italian tourist escape from jail in New Orleans.
Release Year
1986
Runtime
106 min
Audience Score
7.3
Genres
Crime, Drama, Comedy
Story Snapshot
A disc jockey, a pimp and an Italian tourist escape from jail in New Orleans.
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Down by Law 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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