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Overview

User Rating:
7.7/10   269 votes
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Writers:
Chris Metzler (writer)
Jeff Springer (writer)
Release Date:
24 February 2006 (USA) more
Genre:
Documentary more
Tagline:
In the middle of a harsh desert valley sits the bizarre Salton Sea.
Awards:
7 wins more
User Comments:
a very poignant film.... more

Cast

  (Credited cast)
Sonny Bono ... Himself (archive footage)

John Waters ... Narrator (voice)
Norm Niver ... Himself
Petre Melvin ... Himself
Leonard Knight ... Himself
Bobbie Todhunter ... Herself
Steve Horvitz ... Himself
Lechon Rainey ... Herself
Paul Clement ... Himself
Manny Diaz ... Himself
rest of cast listed alphabetically:
Harold Gaston ... Himself
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Additional Details

Also Known As:
Plagues & Pleasures: A Life at the Salton Sea (USA) (working title)
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Runtime:
USA:73 min (recut version) | Argentina:74 min
Country:
USA
Language:
English
Color:
Color
Sound Mix:
Stereo (RCA Sound System)
Certification:
Argentina:Atp
Company:
Tilapia Film more

FAQ

What year was the Salton Sea created?
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10 out of 10 people found the following comment useful:-
a very poignant film...., 8 June 2005
10/10
Author: mmammola from United States

I just viewed this documentary and loved it. The film is a perfect balance of humor and substance. At times, it screens more like a comedy flick than documentary. Regardless, you quickly become engrossed with the inhabitants of Salton Sea; a relatively obscure area located in southeastern California.

I suggest this film for anyone who loves evocative films that showcase humanity at both it's best and worst. A truly genuine study in socio-economics, politics, environmental affairs, hope and despair.

I know that this film has a market outside of the "art" theatre and film fest circuit. It is quirky at times but will certainly leave a lasting impression on you.

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