Experience the vibrant, mosaic-style romantic comedy "Picking Up LA," reminiscent of the works of Austrian modern literature pioneer Stefan Zweig, particularly his novel "The Trial Beyond Time." Director Alan Rudolph specializes in exploring complex relationships through love stories, having served as an assistant director to renowned director Robert Altman on films such as "Long Goodbye," "Nashville," and "California Split." Following the completion of "Nashville," Rudolph collaborated with Altman once again to create "Picking Up LA." Sharing similarities in form with "Nashville" and Altman's later work, "Float Downstream," this film is a captivating depiction of 1970s Los Angeles. The star-studded cast includes the talented performances of Kurt Russell, Jack Nicholson, Sally Kellerman, Jill Clayburgh, Piper Laurie, and Harvey Keitel. While the movie boasts excellent acting, some jarring music choices may detract from its overall charm.
