The only criminal he can't catch is himself.
飓风后的奥尔良，全城陷入瘫痪。当地的监狱中，所有狱警和囚犯已全部撤离，却有一个囚徒被遗忘在这里。警官特伦斯·麦克多纳和同事巡查牢房时发现了他，特伦斯出手相助。这个英勇举动使他晋升为中尉，但他的脊柱也受到严重损伤，从此只能靠药物缓解疼痛。不断加剧的疼痛令各种药物失去效力，特伦斯在这一过程中饱受折磨，他不得以求助毒品，身体和经济状况都接近崩溃边缘，脾气也越来越糟。一个英雄警察逐渐堕落。不久，城内发生一起灭门惨案，大毒枭达费特具有重大嫌疑。特伦斯受命调查此案，在这一过程中，他泯灭已久的良知逐渐复苏……
"Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call - New Orleans" (2009), a gripping crime drama produced by Nu Image and Pressman Film, plunges viewers into the chaotic and corrupt world of post-Katrina New Orleans. Directed by Werner Herzog and starring Nicolas Cage in a career-defining role, the film follows the erratic journey of Lieutenant Terence McDonagh, a morally compromised police officer whose addiction to drugs and gambling spirals out of control as he investigates a brutal murder. Herzog's unique directorial style infuses the film with a surreal, almost dreamlike quality, juxtaposing the city's decay with moments of bizarre humor and intense drama. Nicolas Cage's portrayal of McDonagh is both mesmerizing and unsettling, capturing the character's descent into madness with a raw intensity that is hard to look away from. His performance is complemented by a strong supporting cast, including Eva Mendes as his girlfriend and Val Kilmer as his partner, who add depth and complexity to the narrative. The film's gritty cinematography and haunting score further enhance the atmosphere, creating a vivid portrait of a city and a man on the brink of collapse. While "Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call - New Orleans" shares a title with Abel Ferrara's 1992 film "Bad Lieutenant," it is not a direct sequel or remake, instead offering a fresh take on the themes of corruption and redemption. Herzog's film explores the blurred lines between right and wrong, as McDonagh navigates a world where the law is often bent to serve personal interests. The narrative is filled with unexpected twists and turns, keeping the audience engaged and questioning the protagonist's actions and motivations. Ultimately, "Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call - New Orleans" is a bold and unconventional film that challenges viewers to confront the darker aspects of human nature. Through its compelling storytelling and powerful performances, it offers a thought-provoking commentary on morality, addiction, and the struggle for redemption in a world where the lines between good and evil are often indistinguishable.
年份2009
预算25000000$
运行时间122 分
收入10589102$
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类型剧情犯罪
制作国家United States of America
