Hammett
Chinatown, San Francisco, 1928. Former private detective Dashiell Hammett, a compulsive drinker with tuberculosis who writes pulp fiction for a living, receives an unexpected visit from an old friend asking for help.
Release Year
1982
Runtime
98 min
Audience Score
6.2
Genres
Drama, Thriller
Story Snapshot
Chinatown, San Francisco, 1928. Former private detective Dashiell Hammett, a compulsive drinker with tuberculosis who writes pulp fiction for a living, receives an unexpected visit from an old friend asking for help.
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Hammett is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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