The Big Easy (1987)

In this stylish homage to the classic film noirs of yore, detective Dennis Quaid as Remy McSwain and Ellen Barkin as a muck-raking assistant District Attorney have chemistry to spare. The Big Easy takes you on a steamy, atmospheric descent into the boudoirs of a New Orleans wracked by mob violence, with a seductive cajun soundtrack, lots of shoot-em-up action, and glimpses of young stars-to-be like John Goodman.

The cast includes: Dennis Quaid, Ellen Barkin, Ned Beatty, Lisa Jane Persky, and John Goodman.

Directed by: Jim McBride.