Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans 2009
“The only criminal he can't catch is himself.”
What is Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans?
Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Drama, Crime.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2009
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 122 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 11, 2009
- Studios
- Pressman Film, Saturn Films, Polsky Films
- Genres
- Drama, Crime
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Overview
Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans is a film first released in 2009. Catalogued under Drama, Crime. Status: Released. A full overview for this page is being written and will appear here once verified against sources.
Should you watch it?
“A New Orleans cop battles his own demons amid post‑Katrina chaos.”
- Werner Herzog's direction gives the film a distinctive tone
- Explores addiction and moral ambiguity
- Atmospheric depiction of post‑Katrina New Orleans
- Heavy focus on the protagonist's self‑destruction may feel bleak
- Pacing can be slow for viewers expecting conventional crime thrills
Watch it if you appreciate a character study of a flawed police officer in a gritty, disaster‑scarred setting.
The film contains intense themes of addiction, violence, and moral decay, making it unsuitable for younger viewers.
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Frequently asked questions
Who directed Bad Lieutenant: Port of Call New Orleans?
The film was directed by Werner Herzog.
Is the film a remake of the 1992 Bad Lieutenant?
It is a spiritual successor, not a remake, according to the director.
When was the film released in the United States?
It was released on November 20, 2009 in the United States.
What genres describe the film?
It is classified as a drama and crime film.
How long is the runtime?
The film runs approximately 2 hours and 2 minutes.