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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

1998 · Released · 118 min · United States

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Horror Comedy Drama Biographical Buddy

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is a 1998 American black comedy film based on Hunter S. Thompson's novel of the same name. It was co-written and directed by Terry Gilliam and stars Johnny Depp and Benicio del Toro as Raoul Duke and Dr. Gonzo, respectively. The film details the duo's journey through Las Vegas as their initial journalistic intentions devolve into an exploration of the city under the influence of psychoactive substances. Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas was released on May 22, 1998, by Universal Pictures. The film received polarized reviews from critics and was a financial failure, but over the years it has since been regarded as a cult classic.

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Terry Gilliam

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Release date
15 May 1998 · Released
Runtime
118 min
Country of origin
United States
Languages
English
Genres
Horror · Comedy Drama · Biographical · Buddy
Also known as
Français
Las Vegas Parano
Italiano
Paura e delirio a Las Vegas
日本語
ラスベガスをやっつけろ
한국어
라스베가스의 공포와 혐오

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