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Ask the Dust (2006) 5.8
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5.8/10 from 7,784 users
Metascore: 58/100
Reviews: 74 user | 76 critic | 33 from Metacritic.com Mexican beauty Camilla hopes to rise above her station by marrying a wealthy American. That is complicated by meeting Arturo Bandini, a first-generation Italian hoping to land a writing career and a blue-eyed blonde on his arm. Director:Robert Towne |
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L.A. in the early 1930's: racism, poverty, and disease color the Bunker Hill neighborhood where Arturo Bandini, a lover of men and beasts alike, has arrived from Colorado to write the great Los Angeles novel. After six months and down to his last nickel, he orders a cup of coffee, served by Camilla Lopez, beautiful, self-possessed, and Mexican. Arturo gets advice, encouragement, and an occasional check from H.L. Mencken, so he keeps writing and he keeps seeing Camilla. But, he's mean to her for no apparent reason, so the relationship sputters. A housekeeper from back East suggests a way out of his jealously and fears. "Camilla Bandini": is it in the cards? Written by <jhailey@hotmail.com>
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Passion and ambition drive two dreamers in 1930s LA. Their love affair is ferocious and hot-blooded as they fight the city and themselves to make their dreams come true.Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
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13 April 2006 (Thailand) See more »Also Known As:
Pregúntale al viento See more »Box Office
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$68,779 (USA) (10 March 2006)Gross:
$34,665 (Brazil) (9 June 2006)Company Credits
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Camilla: I don't want to look in the mirror.
Arturo Bandini: I don't blame you.
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Written by László Jávor, Sam Lewis (as Sam M. Lewis) & Rezsö Seress
Performed by Artie Shaw & His Orchestra
Courtesy of Bluebird/Novus/RCA Victor
By Arrangement with Sony BMG Music Entertainment
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The very first actor Robert Towne considered for the lead was Al Pacino back in 1971, when Pacino was about the right age for the role. See more »Quotes
Arturo Bandini: Take a look in the mirror.Camilla: I don't want to look in the mirror.
Arturo Bandini: I don't blame you.
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Gloomy SundayWritten by László Jávor, Sam Lewis (as Sam M. Lewis) & Rezsö Seress
Performed by Artie Shaw & His Orchestra
Courtesy of Bluebird/Novus/RCA Victor
By Arrangement with Sony BMG Music Entertainment
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The movie has the hallmark of old American writings, with lots of metaphors and big words for showing what is really everyday life. The script is original, unlike most of the films today, because is based on a book about the depression era in the US. The actors play very well and the images are very well done. I would venture to say the soundtrack was equally flawless, since it didn't bother me one bit (didn't really notice it, either).
So what was wrong about the movie? I don't know. Maybe the pace, since it was two hours long. Or the subject, which was ... smooth. I mean, there were no real bumps in it. Everything just went by itself. In the tradition of "road writers" the character is almost an observer, left to his own emotions, but incapable of acting. I can't say that characters weren't original, but more in the direction of weirdly annoying rather than interesting.
Bottom line: it's a drama. The romance itself is strong, not the diluted stuff you see nowadays, but I wouldn't call this a romantic movie. I suggest watching it when you feel philosophical or want something new, yet slow paced.