Devil in a Blue Dress

Set in 1948 Los Angeles, this neo-noir thriller follows Ezekiel “Easy” Rawlins, an African-American World War II veteran turned private investigator, as he navigates a labyrinth of political corruption and racial tension while searching for a missing woman. Directed by Carl Franklin, the film stars Denzel Washington in a compelling lead performance, supported by Jennifer Beals and Don Cheadle. The movie captures the essence of post-war America with a gripping narrative and atmospheric cinematography. Interestingly, it can be viewed for free on Soap2day.