In this darkly comedic neo-noir film, a small-time thief finds himself unexpectedly thrust into the world of Hollywood after a botched robbery lands him an audition for a detective role. Teaming up with a private investigator and a struggling actress, he becomes embroiled in a complex murder mystery that blurs the lines between fiction and reality. Directed by Shane Black, the film stars Robert Downey Jr., Val Kilmer, and Michelle Monaghan, delivering sharp performances that complement the witty and fast-paced script. While it didn’t receive major awards, the film is noted for its clever dialogue and genre-savvy humor. For those interested, it can be viewed for free on 123Movies / Movies123.