"Nightcrawler" is a 2014 neo-noir crime thriller film starring Jake Gyllenhaal as Lou Bloom, a driven and morally ambiguous man who discovers the world of crime journalism in Los Angeles. Lou starts as a petty thief but quickly becomes a freelance cameraman, capturing graphic footage of accidents and crimes to sell to local news stations. As he gains success, his methods become increasingly unethical, blurring the line between observer and participant. The film explores themes of capitalism, media sensationalism, and the dark side of ambition.