The Broad in the Kimono

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Set in 1947, the narrative explores the rise of the Flamingo casino, marking the beginning of the iconic Vegas strip, while the Federal Bureau of Narcotics embarks on a controversial War on Drugs under Harry Anslinger's leadership. Concurrently, a political witch hunt led by Senators Thomas and Rankin targets Hollywood, with Jack Warner battling his writers amidst the decline of the traditional Studio System. The intertwining of organized crime, government initiatives, and the film industry captures a transformative era in American history.