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Arizona Dream (1993)

โ€œA rebellious young man. With his own version of the future. And his own fantasy of love.โ€

7.1/10 ยท 804 votes 2h 22m r ComedyFantasyRomanceDrama

#40 of 97 films from 1993 #673 of 2885 in comedy

Directed by Emir Kusturica ยท Written by David Atkins, Emir Kusturica

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Overview

Rebellious young Axel Blackmar gets caught up into the family car business when his cousin, Paul, coaxes him to come to Arizona to attend the wedding of their Uncle Leo. As Axel makes the decision to try selling Cadillacs with his family, he meets an eccentric woman named Elaine and her equally quirky stepdaughter, Grace. Their lives become inextricably intertwined through romance, dreams โ€“ and death.

Cast

Johnny Deppas Axel Blackmar
Jerry Lewisas Leo Sweetie
Faye Dunawayas Elaine Stalker
Lili Tayloras Grace Stalker
Vincent Galloas Paul Leger
Paulina Porizkovaas Millie
Michael J. Pollardas Fabian
Polly Noonanas Betty
Tricia Leigh Fisheras Lindy (uncredited)
Candyce Masonas Blanche
Alexia Raneas Angie
Ann Schulmanas Carla
Patricia O'Gradyas MC / Announcer
James R. Wilsonas Lawyer

Facts

Release dateJanuary 6, 1993
Runtime142 min (2h 22m) โ€” longer as the 1993 average of 109 min
GenresComedy, Fantasy, Romance, Drama
LanguageEN
Budget$19,000,000
Box office$112,547 (0.0ร— budget)
IMDbtt0106307

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Questions

How long is Arizona Dream?
Arizona Dream runs 142 minutes (2h 22m).
Is Arizona Dream worth watching?
TMDB users give it 7.1/10 across 804 votes, which places it #40 of 97 films released in 1993 in this index (top 60%) and #673 among 2885 comedy titles.
Who directed Arizona Dream?
Arizona Dream was directed by Emir Kusturica. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Underground (1995), Black Cat, White Cat (1998).
Who stars in Arizona Dream?
Johnny Depp as Axel Blackmar; Jerry Lewis as Leo Sweetie; Faye Dunaway as Elaine Stalker; Lili Taylor as Grace Stalker; Vincent Gallo as Paul Leger; Paulina Porizkova as Millie.
What is Arizona Dream rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Arizona Dream?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/11768.

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