Zodiac

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"Zodiac" is a 2007 American mystery thriller film directed by David Fincher, based on the nonfiction books by Robert Graysmith: "Zodiac" (1986) and "Zodiac Unmasked" (2002). The film follows the hunt for the Zodiac Killer, a serial killer who terrorized the San Francisco Bay Area in the late 1960s and early 1970s. It stars Jake Gyllenhaal, Mark Ruffalo, and Robert Downey Jr., with a focus on the investigations and obsessions of those involved. The film is praised for its historical accuracy, direction, and performances. Fincher conducted extensive research, using actual police reports and interviewing those involved. The movie explores themes of obsession and the impact of violence on individuals and society. Released in 2007, "Zodiac" received positive reviews and has developed a cult following for its meticulous detail and portrayal of the case's complexities.