Written and directed by Shane Black, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang (2005) combined dark humor and Film Noir elements in the proper doses to form a highly original film. A strong story forms the groundwork for the clever shots, stylish editing and fantastic performances delivered by both cast and crew. Robert Downey Jr. and Val Kilmer work amazingly well together, with good chemistry, humor and mutual respect. Michelle Monaghan is wonderful in her role as well. On a historic note, Val Kilmer's "Gay Perry" character in Kiss Kiss Bang Bang is credited with being the first openly gay lead player in an action film.
By a lucky stream of circumstances, petty thief Harry Lockhart (Robert Downey Jr.) poses as an actor and finds himself in L.A., auditioning for the part of a detective. "Gay" Perry (Val Kilmer), a real life detective, is hired to be Harry's coach and consultant...
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| Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. 2005: Robert Downey, Jr. and Val Kilmer |
Harry runs into childhood friend Harmony Lane (Michelle Monaghan), also an aspiring actress...
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| Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. 2005: Michelle Monaghan |
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| Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. 2005: Michelle Monaghan |
and that's when things take a crazy turn...
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| Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. 2005: Robert Downey, Jr. and Val Kilmer |
as Harry, Perry and Harmony finds themselves deeply involved in a murder case...
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| Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. 2005: Michelle Monaghan |
Things are out of control...
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| Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. 2005: Robert Downey, Jr. |
and very dangerous...
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| Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. 2005: Robert Downey, Jr. and Val Kilmer |
They must work together to see it through...
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| Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. 2005: Robert Downey, Jr. and Val Kilmer |
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| Kiss Kiss Bang Bang. 2005: Michelle Monaghan |
