Leaving Las Vegas
Ben Sanderson, an alcoholic Hollywood screenwriter who lost everything because of his drinking, arrives in Las Vegas to drink himself to death. There, he meets and forms an uneasy friendship and non-interference pact with prostitute Sera.
Release Year
1995
Runtime
111 min
Audience Score
7.3
Genres
Drama, Romance
Story Snapshot
Ben Sanderson, an alcoholic Hollywood screenwriter who lost everything because of his drinking, arrives in Las Vegas to drink himself to death. There, he meets and forms an uneasy friendship and non-interference pact with prostitute Sera.
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Leaving Las Vegas is a uplifting pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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