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MPAA Raing: R
Director: Mike Figgis
Genres: Romantic Drama, Psychological Drama, Addiction Drama, Drama
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Summary:
Mike Figgis' grim drama documents a romantic triangle of sorts involving prostitute Sera (Elisabeth Shue), failed Hollywood screenwriter Ben (Oscar-winner Nicolas Cage), and the constant flow of booze which he loves more dearly than life itself. Arriving in Las Vegas with the intention of drinking himself to death, Ben meets Sera, and they gradually begin falling for one another... Full Summary >>

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Cast:
Nicolas Cage - (Ben Sanderson)
Elisabeth Shue - (Sera)
Julian Sands - (Yuri)
Richard Lewis - (Peter)
Valeria Golino - (Terri)
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Review:
Leaving Las Vegas is the rarest of love stories that revolves around acceptance and resignation in the face of defeat, rather than salvation and emotional triumph. Bleak, morose, and doggedly determined to stick to its principles, the film was unique in its resolve to observe, rather than attempt to save, its protagonist. For this reason alone, ... Continue >>

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