Obituary: Robert Towne, Mastermind Behind ‘Chinatown’ and ‘The Last Detail’ 02/07/2024 Oscar-winning screenwriter Robert Towne, known for “Chinatown” and “Shampoo,” passed away at 89. His legacy includes iconic films and deep collaborations in Hollywood.
Chinatown (1974) – Review by Tom Milne [Sight and Sound] 20/12/2020 With Chinatown, as with Rosemary’s Baby, Roman Polanski handles the mechanics of the plot with a ruthless brilliance that is immediately involving.