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The French Connection

The French Connection

Tough narcotics detective 'Popeye' Doyle is in hot pursuit of a suave French drug dealer who may be the key to a huge heroin-smuggling operation.

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‘The French Connection’ turns 50: Hackman, Friedkin reveal why it’s a miracle no one died

‘The French Connection’ turns 50: Hackman, Friedkin reveal why it’s a miracle no one died

NYC’s gritty cop classic broke the law: Insiders finally spill secrets a half-century after filming the blockbuster that snagged five Oscars. 
William Friedkin on How He Filmed 'The French Connection's' Iconic Car Chase

William Friedkin on How He Filmed 'The French Connection's' Iconic Car Chase

“I wouldn’t do anything like this today,” says the Oscar-winning director.