Dragnet - Big Speech
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Dragnet - Big Speech

B2Upper-intermediateOctober 2, 202630 min
  • Crime & justice

A groundbreaking police procedural drama that follows Sergeant Joe Friday and his partners as they investigate crimes in Los Angeles. Known for its realistic portrayal of police work, the series emphasized methodical investigations and factual storytelling, setting a new standard for crime dramas.

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Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, long cigarettes brings you dragnet.

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A doctor is severely beaten, robbed, and left in critical condition.

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The story you're about to hear is true. Only the names have been changed to protect the innocent. Fatima cigarettes. Best of all, long cigarettes brings you dragnet. You're a detective sergeant. You're assigned to robbery detail.

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A doctor is severely beaten, robbed, and left in critical condition. Suspicion points to a narcotics addict. Your job? Get him. You'll be amazed when you compare Fatima with other long cigarettes. You'll find they now cost the same.

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But in Fatima, the difference is quality. You see, Fatima is the quality king-size cigarette because it contains the finest domestic and Turkish tobaccos superbly blended. And Fatima is extra mild.

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