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Movie Info

Release Date: May 22, 1998
Runtime: 118 minutes
Alternative titles: View all (16)
Genres:
Drama Adventure Comedy
Budget: $18,500,000
Revenue: $10,700,000
Original Language: English
Status: Released
Spoken Languages:
Critic Scores
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51%
Tomatometer
41
41/100
Metacritic
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7.2/10
TMDB
4,968 votes
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7.4/10
IMDb
318,576 votes
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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

1998

"Chase the high, face the madness."

Also known as: πŸ‡¬πŸ‡§ EN: Fear & Loathing in Las Vegas? πŸ‡ͺπŸ‡Έ ES: Miedo y asco en Las Vegas? πŸ‡«πŸ‡· FR: Las Vegas Parano? πŸ‡©πŸ‡ͺ DE: Angst und Schrecken in Las Vegas? πŸ‡΅πŸ‡Ή PT: Medo e DelΓ­rio em Las Vegas? All international titles (16) →

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Parental Guide — Suitable for 13+

13+

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Category Level Indicator
Violence 2/5
Sexual Content 3/5
Language 4/5
Drugs / Alcohol 5/5
Frightening Elements 1/5
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Budget: $18,500,000
Revenue: $10,700,000
Profit -$-7,800,000
ROI -42.2% (0.6x)

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Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas is directed by Terry Gilliam .

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Trivia & Fun Facts about Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas

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  • The film was shot on location in various parts of Las Vegas and the Mojave Desert, with the crew facing extreme heat and unpredictable weather conditions during production.

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  • Johnny Depp, who played Raoul Duke, immersed himself in the role by studying the mannerisms and voice of Hunter S. Thompson, the author of the novel on which the film is based.

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  • The film features a scene where Raoul Duke encounters a surreal 'floating' hotel room, which was achieved using a combination of practical effects and clever camera angles.

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  • In the scene where Duke and Dr. Gonzo are in the car, the license plate reads 'FLEA,' a subtle nod to the chaotic and transient nature of their adventure.

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  • There is a continuity error in a scene where Duke's character is seen wearing sunglasses that change color between shots, indicating a lack of attention to detail during filming.

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  • Director Terry Gilliam's unique visual style in 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas' connects to his previous works, particularly 'Brazil,' which also showcases a dystopian view of society.

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