The French Connection

The French Connection 1971

Nonstop fun... Fast, impressive, addictive and durable. New York City detectives "Popeck" Doyle (Gene Hackman) and Buddy Russo (Roy Scheider) want to break the drug trafficking network and somehow uncover the French connection. But when one of the criminals tries to kill Doyle, a deadly chase begins that takes him out of town. Based on a true story, this action-packed horror movie won 5 Oscars in 1971, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Actor for its updated chase scene. Gene Hackman plays a big role in the 1971 movie. In The Force of Law, one of the best detective films ever made, you will follow the adventures of two New York cops from France trying to catch a heroin ring.