Review of Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) by Jenny X — 30 Mar 2014

Depp is his usual, mesmerizing brilliant self, however this movie drags and bores considerably in places.

This review of Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas (1998) was written by Jenny X on 30 Mar 2014.

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

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