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Directed by Terry Gilliam, Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas leans on a strong ensemble — Johnny Depp, Benicio del Toro, Tobey Maguire — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about adventure titles of 1998.
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