Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (film)
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is a 1998 American stoner road black comedy film adapted from Hunter S. Thompson's 1971 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.
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| Directed by | Terry Gilliam |
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| Based on | Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas by Hunter S. Thompson |
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| Cinematography | Nicola Pecorini |
| Edited by | Lesley Walker |
| Music by | Ray Cooper |
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| Distributed by | Universal Pictures |
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Running time | 118 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $18 million |
| Box office | $13.7 million |
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas was released on May 22, 1998, by Universal Pictures. The film received mixed reviews from critics and was a financial failure, however, the film began to gain a number of fans and is today considered a cult film.
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