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Leaving Las Vegas
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Leaving Las Vegas (1995)7.4 /10

R (US) · USA · English · 111 min · Feb 9, 1996 · More  
Directed by:  Mike Figgis
Written by:  John O'Brien, Mike Figgis

Storyline:  After losing his job and shedding his possessions, Ben Sanderson (Nicolas Cage), a deeply entrenched alcoholic, heads to Las Vegas with a grim purpose: to drink himself into oblivion within a month. There, he crosses paths with Sera (Elisabeth Shue), a prostitute. Their unexpected connection blossoms into love, leading Ben to move in with her. In a pact of understanding, they vow not to alter each other's chosen paths, sharing a poignant romance during his remaining weeks.

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