Review of Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) by Cormac B — 16 Sep 2013

A tour de force drug inspired movie that looks better when under the influence of something.

This review of Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) was written by Cormac B on 16 Sep 2013.

Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas has generally received positive reviews.

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