Robert Downey Jr. stars as a thief who heads to Hollywood posing as an actor. After attending an audition to play a private eye he ends up investigating a real life murder alongside a homosexual detective (Val Kilmer). Co stars Michelle Monaghan.

Film Trivia

• The title Kiss Kiss Bang Bang was a phrase that originated from legendary film critic Pauline Kael. She used the term to describe the James Bond films of the 1960s.
• Val Kilmer had to quickly lose the 50 pounds he had gained to star in Alexander, so that he would look fit enough to play his character in this film.
• In support of Robert Downey Jr.'s recovery from alcohol and drugs, Val Kilmer refused to drink during the entire time he was working on this film.
• In preparation for his role as a well-groomed detective, Val Kilmer wore nail varnish and walked around in expensive Louis Vuitton driving shoes.
• This films heralds the return of director and screenwriter Shane Black after a nine year break. Black had previously written hit films such as Lethal Weapon, Last Action Hero and The Long Kiss Goodnight.

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