Brad Pitt, Bronson Pinchot, Chris Penn, Christian Slater, Christopher Walken, Dennis Hopper, Gary Oldman, James Gandolfini, Michael Rapaport, Patricia Arquette, Samuel L. Jackson, Tom Sizemore, Val Kilmer - Director: Tony Scott Two lovers are thrust into a dangerous game of high-stakes negotiations and high-speed adventure when they come into the unexpected possession of a suitcase of mob contraband. 2-Disc Set
When a pair of unlikely newlyweds stumble across a cache of cocaine and try to sell it to a movie producer, the cops and the mob aren't far behind, in a darkly humorous caricature of the drug war. Billed as a "Bonnie and Clyde for the 1990s," the protagonists (Christian Slater and Patricia Arquette) are actually the most innocent characters in a film populated by thugs and hypocrites. Scripted by Quentin Tarantino, the film features a classic confrontation between veteran actors Christopher Walken and Dennis Hopper.
When inexperienced call girl Alabama Whitman (Patricia Arquette) is paid to seduce comic-book-nerd and Elvis fanatic Clarence Worley (Christian Slater), she doesn't expect to fall for him. But these two lost souls seem to be made for each other and quickly pledge their love, marrying at Detroit's city hall. Clarence discovers some newfound bravado and attempts to retrieve Alabama's possessions from her pimp, Drexl (Gary Oldman), who isn't exactly eager to let Alabama go. Fleeing Drexl's apartment, Clarence not only leaves a trail of bodies, but also inadvertently mistakes a suitcase of uncut cocaine for one with his wife's clothing, and the chase is on. The unlikely newlyweds head for Los Angeles hoping to sell the cocaine and make enough money to leave the country. Unfortunately, they also have to contend with the mob, yuppie drug dealers and the police. Michael Rapaport is amusing as Clarence's best friend who lives with Floyd, a stoner played by Brad Pitt. A sedate Dennis Hopper appears as Clarence's father, who ultimately faces off with mob boss Vincenzo Coccotti (Christopher Walken). Director Tony Scott (CRIMSON TIDE, ENEMY OF THE STATE) does justice to the violence and quirkiness of Quentin Tarantino's second feature film script.
Theatrical release: September 10, 1993.
Shot on location in California and Detroit, Michigan.
Tony Scott is the brother of director Ridley Scott.
Screenwriter Quentin Tarantino is a high-school dropout, self-taught filmmaker, and former video store clerk. This was his second script (the first being RESERVOIR DOGS) produced into a film.
In Quentin Tarantino's original script, Clarence (Christian Slater) dies and Alabama (Patricia Arquette) returns to a life of crime with Mr. White (Harvey Keitel) from RESERVOIR DOGS. In fact, in a flashback scene in RESERVOIR DOGS, Mr. White is asked about "Alabama," whom he refers to as "a good little thief." However, Tony Scott reportedly wanted a happier finale, so the ending was rewritten. Both endings, though, were supposedly filmed to appease Tarantino.
Val Kilmer, who plays the imaginary Elvis in TRUE ROMANCE, also portrayed Jim Morrison in Oliver Stone's THE DOORS.
"It's an incredible cast, a great director...and one of the best scripts I've ever read because it's insane. Right up the alley of what I love."--Christian Slater, talking about the film in Movieline, July, 1993
True Romance Quotes/Excerpts:
"If you gave me a million years to ponder, I would've never guessed that true romance and Detroit would ever go together."--Alabama (Patricia Arquette) in voice-over
"Don't condescend me, man."--Floyd (Brad Pitt)
"If there's one thing this last week has taught me, it's better to have a gun and not need it than to need a gun and not have it."--Clarence (Christian Slater)
True Romance Reviews:
"...Tony Scott's slick style is visually arresting....[The] entire film is an elegantly packaged affair on all levels..."
-- Leonard Klady, Variety
"...Cheerfully disreputable....TRUE ROMANCE has all the tawdry surface pleasures you want from a high-style getaway caper: fast sex, ballistic violence, a cast of flamboyant goons who talk as well as they shoot..."-- Owen Gleiberman, Entertainment Weekly
"...This is the kind of movie that creates its own universe, and glories in it....The energy and style of the movie are exhilarating..."
-- Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times
"...A vibrant, grisly, gleefully amoral road movie..."-- Janet Maslin, New York Times
"...One of the defining, and truly enjoyable, films of the '90s." -- 5 out of 5 Stars
-- Dorian Lynskey, Total Film
great movie but the name will fool you! here is a movie that will keep you interested from beginning to end lots of action excellent cast you will want to watch it again!! Submitted by linda1206 (utica new york usa) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 2 found this helpful. This review is for a different format.
WOW i love this movie What a great gangster movie. A lot of big names involved in it. Quentin Tarrantino, Brad Pitt, Christian Slater, Rosanne Arquette Christopher Walken, Dennis Hopper, Val Kilmer, Tony Soprano, Chris Penn, Tom Sizemore
Gary Oldman, Sameul Jackson. The scene with the two great movie physcos Christopher Walken and Dennis Hopper is incredible. A great guy got this fantastic gangster love story and i can't wait to watch it again. Submitted by Tonya L. Resendez (Auburn, Indiana) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 2 found this helpful. This review is for a different format.
RE: an over the top masterpiece! There are over 400 films in my collection, from Olivier's Shakespeare, to the Sex Pistols Live. (thanks to cduniverse!).
'True Romance' is in my Top 5 favorites.
It is hands down, Tarantino's best writing.
It's the kind of movie, you want to tie up your friends to see.
You will be repeating the memorable lines. You will want to view it many times.
Every scene, with all the actors that participated, are memorable.
It is over-the-top, extremely violent, and extremely funny.
Add this film to your collection now!
Or youre an eggplant...
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Well done!! This was a excellent movie. I give BIG kudos to everyone in this!! Brad Pitt is too funny, as a high all the time couch lounging dope head. Gary Oldman is fantastic as well as Slater and Arquette (cute as hell that girl)! This is a must see film! Submitted by Stacey (Manteca, CA) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo 1 of 2 found this helpful. This review is for a different format.
Absolutely great One of the greatest films of the 90's, True Romance touches on many aspects and issues which makes cinema so great and enjoyable. Action, drama, suspence, romance, blood and gore, twists and turns, this movie has absolutely everything that will make you fall in love with it the first time you view it. The cast is great and Patricia delivers her greatest performance ever. The dialouge is smart, sharp and witty, superbly written by Tarantino... It is a must see film for anybody who enjoys the sheer art of good B grade flicks that actually get it right once in a while. The ending of this film is without a doubt my favourite scene.. The cast is incredible. A must buy.. Submitted by Joey 34 (LA, California) Was This Review Helpful? YesNo This review is for a different format.
2-Disc Set Region 1 Digipak Special Edition Unedited Unrated Letterbox - 2.35 Disc 1: Anamorphic Widescreen - 2.35 Audio: Dolby Digital 5.1 - English Dolby Surround 2.0 - English DTS Surround - English Additional Release Material: Audio Commentary:
1. Christian Slater - Star, Patricia Arquette - Star 2. Tony Scott - Director 3. Quentin Tarantino - Screenwriter Text/Photo Galleries: Production Notes DVD-ROM Features: Weblinks Storyboard-to-Film Comparison Disc 2: Additional Release Material: Alternate Ending (Optional Commentary) Audio Commentaries (Selective):
1. Val Kilmer - Star 2. Dennis Hopper - Star 3. Brad Pitt - Star 4. Michael Rappaport - Star Deleted Scenes (30 Mins. Optional Commentary by Tony Scott) Featurettes (2) Trailers:
1. Original Theatrical Trailer 2. TV Spots Film Highlights:
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