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Blow (2001)

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Release Date: April 6, 2001
Genre: Crime, Drama
Running Time: 124 minutes
MPAA Rating: Rated R for pervasive drug content and language, some violence and sexuality.
Director: Ted Demme
Writer: Nick Cassavetes, David McKenna
Cast: Emma Roberts, Max Perlich, Miguel Perez, Jordi Molla, Monet Mazur, Lola Glaudini, Cliff Curtis, Ethan Suplee, Paul Reubens, Franka Potente, Ray Liotta, Rachel Griffiths, Penelope Cruz, Johnny Depp

Based on the true story of George Jung, who is single-handedly responsible for smuggling cocaine into the United States in the 1970's. Read more

Movie Review

Grade: A- Blow takes us into the life of George Jung, the man who started the cocaine inlet into the United States, presenting a side of him that few consider, as a husband, loving father, and a person only wanting to make it ahead in life. Of course, the movie doesn't glamorize the lifestyle, showing the many ups and downs that come with drug smuggling, and what eventually happens to those who play the game for too long. Read the full movie review

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.., by Paulos

September 30, 2005

wt a great film!

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