The Two Jakes

Private investigator Jake Gittes unwittingly stumbles upon an intricate web of conspiracies and betrayals when he is initially hired for a simple marital investigation by real estate developer, also named Jake Berman. As the story unfolds, Gittes finds himself caught in a whirlwind of deceit, connecting to the oil reserves beneath Los Angeles. While probing deeper into this complex case, Gittes encounters a voice from his past, triggering memories of a previous traumatic investigation in Chinatown that further entangles him in the enigma. This atmospheric thriller delves into themes of corruption and personal redemption while unraveling the hidden underbelly of Los Angeles' oil reserves.