Devil in a Blue Dress

In late 1940s Los Angeles, Easy Rawlins is an unemployed black World War II veteran with few job prospects. At a bar, Easy meets DeWitt Albright, a mysterious white man looking for someone to investigate the disappearance of a missing white woman named Daphne Monet, who he suspects is hiding out in one of the city's black jazz clubs. Strapped for money and facing house payments, Easy takes the job, but soon finds himself in over his head.

Tagline

“Private detective Easy Rawlins has been caught on the wrong side of the most dangerous secret in town.”

Release Status

Released

Genres

Thriller, Crime, Mystery

Director

Carl Franklin

Original Language

EN

What is Devil in a Blue Dress about?

In late 1940s Los Angeles, Easy Rawlins is an unemployed black World War II veteran with few job prospects. At a bar, Easy meets DeWitt Albright, a mysterious white man looking for someone to investigate the disappearance of a missing white woman named Daphne Monet, who he suspects is hiding out in one of the city's black jazz clubs. Strapped for money and facing house payments, Easy takes the job, but soon finds himself in over his head.

Who directed Devil in a Blue Dress?

Devil in a Blue Dress was directed by Carl Franklin.

When was Devil in a Blue Dress released?

Devil in a Blue Dress was released on September 29, 1995.

How long is Devil in a Blue Dress?

Devil in a Blue Dress has a runtime of 1h 42m.

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