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Tequila Sunrise (1988)
Director: Robert Towne
Cast: Mel Gibson, Michelle Pfeiffer, Kurt Russell, Raúl Juliá
Runtime115 min
Rating15
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In a seaside California town, best friends Mac and Nick are on opposite sides of the law. Mac is a former drug dealer trying to clean up his act, while Nick is a high-profile detective trying to take down a Mexican drug lord named Carlos. Soon Nick's loyalties are put to the test when he begins an affair with restaurateur Jo Ann -- a love interest of Mac's -- unwittingly leading his friend into a police-orchestrated trap.
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Tequila Sunrise, the 1988 crime thriller directed by Robert Towne, offers a gripping exploration of friendship, morality, and the complexities of the drug trade. With standout performances from Mel Gibson, Michelle Pfeiffer, and Kurt Russell, the film blends elements of romance and suspense, creating a distinctive and thought-provoking viewing experience for fans of the genre.
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Tequila Sunrise is a 1988 American romantic crime film written and directed by Robert Towne, and starring Mel Gibson, Michelle Pfeiffer and Kurt Russell, with Raul Julia, J. T. Walsh, Arliss Howard and Gabriel Damon in supporting roles. The film's original music score was composed by Dave Grusin.
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