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Critic Kim Newman
rated 6

It’s a unique film that gives Victor Argo, a familiar tough guy face in Abel Ferrara and other NYC pictures, a couple of musical numbers...

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Cast & Crew

Wayne Wang
Director
Wayne Wang
Writer
Paul Auster
Director
Paul Auster
Writer
Keith David
As Jackie Robinson
Harvey Keitel
As Auggie Wren
Giancarlo Esposito
As Tommy Finelli

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"Blue in the Face" is a comedy that follows the quirky group of regulars at a Brooklyn cigar store. The film takes place over the course of a few days and features improvised scenes from an all-star cast, including Harvey Keitel, Michael J. Fox, Madonna, Lou Reed, and more. When the store's owner, Vinnie (Victor Argo), threatens to sell the shop to a health food chain, the group must band together to save their beloved hangout. Along the way, they share their stories, struggles, and dreams while enjoying some good cigars and even better company. The film is a light-hearted and entertaining portrayal of life in Brooklyn's diverse neighborhoods.

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What movies are similar to Blue in the Face? Toggle content

Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Blue in the Face include Office Space, My Cousin Vinny, The Birdcage, Dumb and Dumber, Me, Myself & Irene, Bring It On.

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Blue in the Face was released in theaters on September 15, 1995.