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Robert Towne is one of Hollywood's most celebrated screenwriters, but because his directorial efforts have been few and far between, anticipation was high when this star-powered crime story was released in 1988. Critical reaction was decidedly mixed, but there's plenty to admire in this silky, visually seductive film about a drug dealer (Mel Gibson) whose best friend from high-school (Kurt Russell) is now working for the Los Angeles sheriff's drug detail. Their personal and professional conflicts are intensified by their love for the same woman, a waitress (Michelle Pfeiffer) at the Italian restaurant they both frequent. There's a big deal going down with a drug lord (the late Raul Julia), but as it twists and turns, Towne's story is really more about personal loyalties and individual honour. And even if it doesn't quite hold together, the movie's got a fantastic look to it (courtesy of the great cinematographer Conrad Hall), and the three stars bring depth and dimension to their well-written roles. --Jeff Shannon
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Best friends Dale (Mel Gibson) and Nick (Kurt Russell) grow up on opposite sides of the law. Dale is a cocaine dealer, trying to go straight, and Nick is a drug-busting cop, determined to nail his friend if he insists on doing one final deal with a Mexican drug baron (Raul Julia). Michelle Pfeiffer plays the restaurant owner caught between them.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Any film featuring Michelle Pfieffer is worth watching, throw in a cast including Mel Gibson, Kurt Russell and Raul Julia and you've got some idea of how good this film is.
The complex love triangle between Pfieffer, Gibson and Russell is further complicated by the fact that Gibson and Russell are long time best friends, one is a drug dealer and the other a narcotics officer. Sure, it may be a little far fetched but it makes for good viewing.
Fans of Michelle Pfieffer will enjoy the steamy love scene with Mel Gibson whilst anyone who enjoys good music will find the soundtrack interesting. There is a wonderful piece of music written by Dave Grusin and featuring David Sanbourn on the saxaphone, a great duet from Nancy Wilson (Heart) and Robin Zander (Cheap Trick) and some other great tunes from bands such as Duran Duran, Crowded House and Ziggy Marley.
A good film for summer time.
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:VHS Tape
Dale McKussic / Mac (Mel Gibson) is seen regularly visiting his favourite Italian restaurant run by the beautiful Jo Ann (Michelle Pfeiffer) and cop Nick Frescia (Kurt Russell) wonders if Mac's criminal past is surfacing again especially with the latest news that Carlos, the Mexican druglord is making a trip to revisit his long-time pal, Mac. Could Mac be conducting his illegitimate business in this suave restaurant also frequented by influential people? Could Jo Ann be involved, after all, she is certainly 'slick' enough and has a wonderful rapport with her customers? Only thing is Nick isn't all that keen to bust his high school friend, but he has a job to do. Mac has said he quit the drug business but no one else wants him to. Jo Ann definitely never asked to become a pawn between these 2 buddies as a romantic triangle evolves. What else is there to worry about except that Jo Ann unsuspectingly sets eyes on Carlos, and now he wants to dispose of her since she can identify him. No one knows who he is (bar Mac, of course). [Note. For that reason I am not telling you who plays Carlos.] This movie isn't your 110mins of high brakes, roller-coaster, good-guy, bad-guy story, and I am a Pfeiffer fan but the romance and theme of comaraderie between friends is uplifting. Besides, casting includes Gibson and Russell! A favourite from this movie: " I can't believe what you've done with your life. You think you can do or say what you like, just like Carlos. You try to f*** her, he tries to kill her". I've watched it a few times now and still enjoy it as much as if I were to have a cocktail to relax. Definite place in my personal collection.
3 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Francisco
Format:DVD
At first glance, this doesn't sound like the sort of film that you'd expect out of Hollywood. The plot is that there are two guys: one is a narcotics cop (Russell) and the other has served time for drug dealing (Gibson) who just happen to be good friends. Gibson swears he's gone straight. Russell comes into information that a drug baron, who knows Gibson well, is going to visit. Things get complicated they both fall for the owner of Gibson's favourite restaurant (Pfeiffer).
The plot revolves around 3 questions: Has Gibson's character, Mac, really gone straight? For Russell, does his job or his friendship with Gibson come first? And, finally, which one will Pfeiffer end up with?
Compared to the average cop movie, the film is slow. On the plus side, considering it's a Hollywood movie, the film has an unusual ability to see shades of grey. At the end of the day, both of those observations stem from that fact that the film is primarily a romance with a police investigation backdrop. The characters are well drawn for crime film but are still pretty two dimensional for a romantic drama.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
great film.
fab film now in my collection : ) no problems at all pic quality good just as i remember brill
Published 2 months ago by sharon
4.0 out of 5 stars
It's a classic
This is one of those movies I just needed in my collection, I find it very underrated. The acting, script and plot all come together and I definitely recommend it.
Published 2 months ago by Sofie
2.0 out of 5 stars
Another drug bust very boring and stupid.
The story is stupid and all it is is drug dealing , meetings , killings you know one of them boring thrillers with no intrest all the drug story is pointless.
Published 2 months ago by juliedilworth
5.0 out of 5 stars
Action packed storyline.
Full of nail biting scenes ,coupled with humour and romance of course, good leading stars combination, and for ladies, anything with Mel Gibson, before his "curious" stages... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Sue Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars
Tequila Sunrise
This film is an all time classic for me and i can remember the first time i saw it, way back in 1988. Read more
Published 11 months ago by flm
4.0 out of 5 stars
DVD
This is a replacement for a VHS Version. Can't wait to watch it again as I really enjoyed it before. It arrived promptly and the packaging was in good condition.
Published 14 months ago by Mr. N. Parker
4.0 out of 5 stars
drama
love triangle with a little action, choosing between Mel and Kurt , I think i'd try them both out before choosing too!! Lucky Michelle. not much substance but plesantly watchable.
Published on 24 Jan 2011 by H. Dudley
5.0 out of 5 stars
Slightly too complicated for discomfort
If you manage to know who is who and what is what un that film you will be a genius. Cops are cops and at the same time criminal drug dealers. Read more
Published on 15 Sep 2007 by Jacques COULARDEAU
4.0 out of 5 stars
Gibson, and Russel overshadowed by Pfeiffer
Mel Gibson is suave, cool and the typical anti hero in his role asadrug dealer. Childhood friend Ken Russel is stoic and on the opposite side of the law. Read more
Published on 11 Jun 2007 by Jay
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