Michael Mann directs the downtown LA shootout in Heat with Al Pacino.
Here is a bit of must see Michael Mann interview treasure: Mann Made From LA Takedown To Heat (BBC). An interview with Michael Mann on writing Heat, reducing the script for TV movie LA Takedown&nbsp; and then making the full version. This has to be one of the best video interviews available with Michael Mann as he clearly presents his methodology of shooting films and explains the progression from LA Takedown to Heat. Amazingly, in this interview that must be at least 10 years old (his hair is still brown!) he admits he finds it hard to find a movie he wants to shoot and wishes he could shoot more. It&amp;#8217;s a fascinating insight into how Mann&amp;#8217;s mind works. Note what he says about the role of architecture. Great stuff. &amp;#8212;Mannfan

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