Dead Bang

Dead Bang is a 1989 crime thriller film directed by John Frankenheimer and starring Don Johnson in the lead role. The movie is loosely based on a true story and follows the investigation of a Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department detective into the murder of a fellow officer.  

The plot of the film revolves around Jerry Beck (Don Johnson), a tough and cynical detective with a drinking problem, who is assigned to investigate the murder of a fellow officer. As Beck delves deeper into the case, he discovers a connection between the killing and a group of white supremacists.

As the investigation progresses, Beck finds himself embroiled in a dangerous web of violence and corruption, as he battles against a conspiracy that reaches all the way to the highest levels of law enforcement. Beck must use all of his wit and resourcefulness to survive and bring the killers to justice.

Dead Bang is a fast-paced and gritty crime thriller that features strong performances by Don Johnson and supporting actors like William Forsythe, Bob Balaban, and Frank Military. The film was praised for its intense action sequences and realistic portrayal of police work, but also criticized for its stereotypical depiction of white supremacists. Overall, Dead Bang is an entertaining and suspenseful film that will appeal to fans of the crime thriller genre.