Venice Film Festival 2005 - Nominated - Golden Lion
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Romance and Cigarettes
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Film SynopsisSet in contemporary America, Romance & Cigarettes is a modern day musical, a dark and passionate comedy which tells the story of one man's journey into infidelity and redemption. It stars James Gandolfini as our hero Nick Murder and revolves around the repercussions of his adultery and doomed fascination with the flame haired seductress Tula (Kate Winslet). For Kitty (Susan Sarandon), Nick's long suffering wife, his treachery is the final straw. With faith in her husband shattered she surprises even herself with the ferocity of her anger as she struggles to cope with his betrayal. It is only through a tragic twist of fate that Nick finally understands the extent of the pain he has inflicted on his family. With time running out he discovers the essential value of Kitty's love and respect. Get Involved |
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MPAA:
Rated R for sexual content including some strong dialogue, and language.
Runtime:
105 min.
Genres:
Comedy
Romance
Musical
Country:
UNITED STATES
Language:
English/American
Color:
Color
Certification:
R
Tagline
A savage musical.
Plot Summary
In Romance & Cigarettes Turturro has crafted a gritty, exhilarating and intense script. He describes the film as a savage musical. "When the characters can no longer express themselves in words, they break into song, lip-synching the tunes that are lodged in their subconscious. It is their way to escape the reality of their world: to dream, to remember, to connect to another human being" says Turturro. The film combines sharp snappy dialogue worthy of David Mamet at his most brilliant with the visual flare and exquisite originality of the Coen Brothers.
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Directed by
John Turturro
Produced by
John Penotti
John Turturro
Writing credits
John Turturro
Cast
| James Gandolfini | ||
| Susan Sarandon | ||
| Kate Winslet | ||
| Steve Buscemi | ||
| Bobby Cannavale | ||
| Mandy Moore | ||
| Mary-Louise Parker | ||
| Aida Turturro | ||
| Christopher Walken |
Can't say I was ready for Tony Soprano singing, nor was I ready for Kate Winslet's turn as a prostitute - also singing, but I WAS pleasantly surprised by the amazing movie that enveloped this story of cheating, sex, love, and family. Susan Sarandon, Mandy Moore, and the above mentioned ... read more
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