Mississippi Burning (1989)
By Shane Rivers
Two FBI agents with very different viewpoints investigate the murder of three boys in 1960′s Mississippi. Things heat up when the trail leads to local powerbrokers with ties to the Klan.
DaFoe and Hackman make for a formidable pair, with Hackman giving a particularly fiery performance. McDormand and Dourif give excellent performances in their supporting roles as well. Mississippi Burning is critically well regarded and a brave film for its time. Those interested in historic race issues or gripping crime drama should not overlook this film.
Directed by Alan Parker.
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