French Connection: 70s Crime, Modern Analysis
A Gritty Classic: Re-examining The French Connection in the 21st Century The French Connection, William Friedkin’s 1971 masterpiece, remains a force to be reckoned with. More than just a thrilling crime drama, it’s a cinematic time capsule reflecting the anxieties and uncertainties of 1970s America. But its enduring relevance isn't simply nostalgic; it hinges on the uncomfortable questions it raises about policing, justice, and representation, questions that resonate powerfully even today....