Review of Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) by Sam N — 11 May 2012

This is Johnny Depps best performance, he's amazing. Everything I love about a Terry Gilliam film, totally bizarre and loony.

This review of Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) was written by Sam N on 11 May 2012.

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

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