Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas
(R, 1:58:33, Released 1998)
| Genres: | Drama, Comedy |
| Release Date: | May 22, 1998 |
| DVD Release Date: | Nov 17, 1998 |
| Starring: | Benicio Del Toro, Cameron Diaz, Christina Ricci, Gary Busey, Johnny Depp, Lyle Lovett, Tobey Maguire |
| Directed by: | Terry Gilliam |
| Synopsis: | Journalist Raoul Duke and his lawyer Dr Gonzo drive from LA to Las Vegas on a drugs binge. They nominally cover news stories, including a convention on drug abuse, but also sink deeper into a frightening psychedelic otherworld. As Vietnam, Altamont and the Tate killings impinge from the world of TV news, Duke and Gonzo see casinos, reptiles and the American dream. |
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December 24, 2009
"He who makes a best out of himself, gets rid of the pain of being a man." Gotta love that quote. This has become one of my favorite movies.
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December 21, 2009
This is a movie you must watch from beginning to end with no interruptions preferably drunk or stoned or both lol. A very trippy movie
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December 20, 2009
"Jesus God almighty look at that bunch over there man!"
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December 15, 2009
Based on my life but without so many drugs. Watch out for the bats!!
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December 9, 2009
Visually it's a hell of a movie; great quotes, plus the concept of registering a drug trip was great too, but I guess having one of your own was a requirement to bear this movie.
The lack of a plot was really the least of the problems. The situations were apathetic to the point of boring you to death, the voiceover was terrible, but mainly, Depp's annoyingly unclear diction while smoking just made it impossible for me to even consider liking it. -
December 6, 2009
"With a bit of luck, his life was ruined forever. Always thinking that just behind some narrow door in all of his favorite bars, men in red woolen shirts are getting incredible kicks from things he'll never know."
An excellent adaptation of the book and a beautiful insight into the atmosphere of the late 60s. Just like the book, it depicts a savage journey that eventually leads Journalist Raoul Duke and his lawyer to Las Vegas, where they finally experience the dark side of the american dream. You can't help but feel swept up in the madness of their drug enduced adventures, while also being shocked by the realisation of where the sixties evetually saw some people wind up. A very strange, yet intriguing film. Though I'd recommend you read the book first. -
December 6, 2009
So good even your straight-edged friends will like it.
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December 5, 2009
What a letdown. I expected a thrilling on-the-road movie, but instead I was offered an unspectacular and unemotional whining-about-the-American-dream movie. The best thing about this film is Johnny Depp and I daresay this is his worst performance yet. The great soundtrack kept me from skipping through it altogether, though.
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December 1, 2009
My absolute favorite!
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November 29, 2009
Johnny Depp and Benicio do an amazing job at portraying Raoul Duke and Dr. Gonzo, probably my favorite Johnny Depp movie of all time.
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November 28, 2009
love this movie alli need for a vacation.
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November 22, 2009
The main reason I wanted to see this is because it is on the top 250 (IMDB). Another reason is that I rather enjoy Johnny Depp's acting. Unfortunately, I did not enjoy this movie. I do like drug related films but this movie just didn't do it for me. I wanted to like it, but fast forwarded through most of it.
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November 22, 2009
Strangest but one of the better performances by Depp.
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November 20, 2009
One of the worst films I've ever seen.
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November 17, 2009
Wild enough to be a delirium journey, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is, basically, the conglomeration of the innovative technical aspects and camera angles that established the bases of Gilliam's unique, brilliant signature. Therefore, the film is not as masterful as its British (and even American) predecesors, but it is one of the most effective mindf*ck films of the decade, with what may be Johnny Depp's best performance.
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November 16, 2009
It is one of the few movies that actually capture the mind of someone. The feel of it is so out of its mind that it could only belong to that of Hunter S. Thompson. I love the commentary about Las Vegas, it's not just another complaint about how horrible or fun it is. You get to feel the escapism it brings, the lack of purpose or direction. Everything is just so one dimensional and skewed, much like a story you'd hear from someone. I loved Johnny Depp and Benicio Del Toro in this, they're what truly sell the believability of the story. They play some of the most convincing wackos i've ever seen.
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November 16, 2009
Ok this has to be the weirdest johnny depp movie i have ever seen! And there are definatly some weird johnny depp movies out there! lol
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November 13, 2009
Best Film editing 1998 - Best Art Direction 1998 - Best Adapted Screenplay 1998
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November 8, 2009
buy the ticket take ride
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November 3, 2009
un des meilleur film de dope que j'ai vu en plus la dans Johnny Depp est laid comme un singe
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November 2, 2009
this movie is CRAZY!!! but i love it, he says so many funny things...
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October 31, 2009
ONE OF MY FAVORITE MOVIES!!
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October 31, 2009
!Comercial or Stupid! :|
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October 27, 2009
I have seen this once before, good movie, but i feel exhausted after watching it. Also great closing lines.
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October 25, 2009
This movie was very entertaining. I honestly, still dont quite get what the storyline is...after just finishing it, but maybe if i watched it again id get it more out of it. Anyway, a sheer good comedy and i liked the movie poster. And im pretty sure Spider Man was the hitchhiker, but hell, im too lazy to look that up.
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October 22, 2009
Classic Johnny Depp!
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October 21, 2009
I love me some johnny depp!!!!
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October 19, 2009
now this master piece separates the film lovers from the movie lovers. the first time i saw this film i felt like i was burning out. their is just some thing very addicting about the characters and their complete outrageous actions. everything from the acting all the way to the score and soundtrack is first class. a cult classic with tons of memorable line that never get old. with that said. as your attorney i advice you rent a car with no top and youll need the cocaine.. tape recorder for special music,,,,,,, acapulco shirts. get the hell out of LA for at least 48 phhhhhhh blow my weekend cause naturally i am gonna have to go with you. LMAO. open your self up to this film and let it do what it must .
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October 17, 2009
Awesome movie!
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October 17, 2009
Do not see the appeal of this movie at all. Was it because of the book and the shear love of the author? I found it just completely ridiculous, over the top. It seemed to glorify drug abuse and there was no discernible plot.
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October 17, 2009
The film looks great, but it lacks a story (maybe I should have been high?). I just didn't get it.
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October 16, 2009
one of his best movies made!
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October 12, 2009
this movie was really funny an exiting if you enjoyed doing drugs.
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October 11, 2009
i actually didn't like it :(
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October 5, 2009
Just loved this movie crazy as possible and so truly Johnny Depp all the way through. People get lost in his looks but when he plays crazy characters you realize how awesome of an actor he is the parts are not for him he is for the part. Truly molding himself into the character he is meant to play. Major props!!
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October 5, 2009
Je comprends pas pourquoi c'est un film "culte". C'est long et la première heure est ennuyante. Et puis, j'ai pas trouvé ça très drôle...Cependant, la réalisation est bien et la direction artistique aussi.
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October 4, 2009
felt like this at times!
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October 4, 2009
I think im gonna have to get back to you on this one...
Well then...
This movie certainly doesnt match up to my expectations.I had no idea what to expect.I knew Terry Gilliam directed it and thats about it.No idea Del Toro was in it until about 10 minutes in which i guess meant that he did a great job as Gonzo.The plot is sort of sporadic as you would expect from a psychadellic road trip from the bizarro dimension and theres some nice little cameos.Depp is closer to a Loony Toons character than an actual human being which is always fun especially when he is met with an authority figure.This movie is the closest thing to actually taking drugs. -
October 2, 2009
PRETTY GOOD FILM. DEPP'S CHARACTER KIND OF LOSSES IT'S PUNCH NEAR THE END, BUT DEL TORO IS ABSOLUTELY BRILLIANT.
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October 1, 2009
As usual Johnny Depp steals the show in this Cheech and Chong style comedy following two druggys on there drive from LA to Las Vegas and all the hillarious situations the two main charaters keep getting themselves into. Overall this visually amazing hilarious drug film lacks a plot decent plot, constant clear dialogue from Depp's character and direction and resolution in film. But this film makes up for most of it from its witty dialogue, excellent special effects and all the gut bustingly funny situations the duo get themselves into. If your a fan of either Cheech and Chong, Terry Gilliam, Johnny Depp or drug comedy's in general this film is without a doubt worth viewing. Or even if your just looking for a fun film to watch at home you will almost definitley not be dissapointed
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September 30, 2009
TWISTED thats all i can say but very good
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September 27, 2009
I love Johnny Depp so much!!!
This movie had me rolling laughing, if someone doesn't get it, then I am seriously sorry. My stomach is still hurting. This is now one of my favs for sure!!! -
September 26, 2009
Wow this movie...sucked so bad...
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September 25, 2009
Very Unigue, feels like I'm watching across the universe
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September 25, 2009
i think johnny depp is one of the best actors i have yet to have seen...
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September 24, 2009
disturbed film. my ex-fiancee made me watch it.
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September 18, 2009
definitely has a few flaws, but i still think its a masterpiece... its just people take it too seriously, like it has something new to say.. it doesnt, its just entertainment
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September 16, 2009
pointless waste of time
crap
