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Fear and loathing in Las Vegas

Label
Fear and loathing in Las Vegas
Language
eng
Characteristic
videorecording
Intended audience
MPAA rating: R
Main title
Fear and loathing in Las Vegas
Medium
videorecording Blu-ray
Runtime
119
Series statement
The Criterion collection, 175
Summary
It is 1971, and journalist Raoul Duke barrels toward Las Vegas, accompanied by a trunkful of contraband and his unhinged Samoan attorney, Dr. Gonzo, to cover a motorcycle race. His cut-and dried assignment quickly descends into a feverish psychedelic odyssey. Special edition of the film based on Hunter S. Thompson's book. Includes commentary with Terry Gilliam and Johnny Deep, interviews with Thompson, a BBC documentary, and much more
Target audience
adult
Technique
live action