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From Dusk Till Dawn

  • 19961996
  • RR
  • 1h 48m
IMDb RATING
7.2/10
321K
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George Clooney and Quentin Tarantino in From Dusk Till Dawn (1996)
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Two criminals and their hostages unknowingly seek temporary refuge in a truck stop populated by vampires, with chaotic results.Two criminals and their hostages unknowingly seek temporary refuge in a truck stop populated by vampires, with chaotic results.Two criminals and their hostages unknowingly seek temporary refuge in a truck stop populated by vampires, with chaotic results.
IMDb RATING
7.2/10
321K
YOUR RATING
POPULARITY
677
18
  • Director
    • Robert Rodriguez
  • Writers
    • Robert Kurtzman(story)
    • Quentin Tarantino(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Harvey Keitel
    • George Clooney
    • Juliette Lewis
  • Director
    • Robert Rodriguez
  • Writers
    • Robert Kurtzman(story)
    • Quentin Tarantino(screenplay)
  • Stars
    • Harvey Keitel
    • George Clooney
    • Juliette Lewis
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 727User reviews
    • 188Critic reviews
    • 48Metascore
  • See more at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 7 wins & 13 nominations

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    Top cast

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    Harvey Keitel
    Harvey Keitel
    • Jacob Fuller
    George Clooney
    George Clooney
    • Seth Gecko
    Juliette Lewis
    Juliette Lewis
    • Kate Fuller
    Quentin Tarantino
    Quentin Tarantino
    • Richard Gecko
    Ernest Liu
    • Scott Fuller
    Salma Hayek
    Salma Hayek
    • Santanico Pandemonium
    Cheech Marin
    Cheech Marin
    • Border Guard…
    Danny Trejo
    Danny Trejo
    • Razor Charlie
    Tom Savini
    Tom Savini
    • Sex Machine
    Fred Williamson
    Fred Williamson
    • Frost
    Michael Parks
    Michael Parks
    • Texas Ranger Earl McGraw
    Brenda Hillhouse
    • Hostage Gloria Hill
    John Saxon
    John Saxon
    • FBI Agent Stanley Chase
    Marc Lawrence
    Marc Lawrence
    • Old Timer Motel Owner
    Kelly Preston
    Kelly Preston
    • Newscaster Kelly Houge
    John Hawkes
    John Hawkes
    • Pete Bottoms, Liquor Store Clerk
    Tito Larriva
    Tito Larriva
    • Titty Twister Guitarist & Vocalist
    Peter Atanasoff
    • Titty Twister Saxophonist
    • (as Pete Atasanoff)
    • Director
      • Robert Rodriguez
    • Writers
      • Robert Kurtzman(story)
      • Quentin Tarantino(screenplay)
    • All cast & crew
    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      The humorous line, "No thanks, I've already had a wife", was improvised by George Clooney. Director Robert Rodriguez never intended it to be in the final cut, but after the studio included the line in a trailer, he felt obligated to include it in the film.
    • Goofs
      During the fight in the Titty Twister bar, Seth's 6-shooter fires more than six shots. This is a Robert Rodriguez director-trademark.
    • Quotes

      Santanico Pandemonium: I'm not gonna drain you completely. You're gonna turn for me. You'll be my slave. You'll live for me. You'll eat bugs because I order it. Why? Because I don't think you're worthy of human blood. You'll feed on the blood of stray dogs. You'll be my foot stool. And at my command, you'll lick the dog shit from my boot heel. Since you'll be my dog, your new name will be "Spot". Welcome to slavery.

      Seth: No, thanks. I've already had a wife.

      [shoots the rope holding the wooden chandelier, which impales her]

    • Crazy credits
      Ernest Liu's opening credit is run off the screen by Seth and Richard's car.
    • Alternate versions
      The Special edition laserdisc contains scenes that were cut out of the film due to graphic violence: the vampire feast (dinner is served) is extended and one part has a girl popping a pimple on a guy. There's another scene in which Sex Machine kills off two more vampires and takes a picture of one of them.
    • Connections
      Featured in Siskel & Ebert: From Dusk Til Dawn/Eye for an Eye/12 Monkeys/Two If by Sea/Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood (1996)
    • Soundtracks
      Dark Night
      Written by Dave Alvin

      Performed by The Blasters

    User reviews727

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    8/10
    Great action-packed thrill ride!
    Directors Robert Rodriguez and Quentin Tarantino are probably the two most recognizable faces of the generation of filmmakers who had their start in the independent scene of the early 90s. Rodriguez had a tremendous success with his western-inspired action movie "El Mariachi" while Tarantino reached fame and glory after updating heist movies in "Reservoir Dogs". Their friendship lead them to make movies together starting with "Four Rooms", but together with make-up masters Kurtzman, Nicotero and Berger the two young directors crafted one of the most original movies of the 90s: "From Dusk Till Dawn".

    The plot starts with the escape of two criminal brothers, Seth (George Clooney) and Richard Gecko (Tarantino himself) and their effort to reach Mexico kidnapping the family of a faith-less preacher named Jacob Fuller (Harvey Keitel) who was traveling with his daughter Kate (Juliette Lewis) and his son Scott (Ernest Liu). In their escape the group will arrive to a Mexican strip club where nothing is what it seems.

    The story (by Kurtzman) is a very good mix of action, western and horror cleverly put together in Tarantino's witty script. Rodriguez direction gives the film the a 70s feeling that gives the movie a Drive-In spirit pretty much in tone with the plot. In fact, at times the film feels like an updated version of exploitation action films of that era. This lack of pretensions makes it even more enjoyable as it never tries to be something else than pure entertainment.

    The movie is interestingly divided in two, the first half dedicated to establishing the relationships between the characters, particularly the complicated clash of the Geckos and the Fullers, in a typical Tarantino style crime/drama fashion; on the other hand, the second half is an action packed thrill ride on the style of 70s action movies that clearly shows John Carpenter's influence over Rodriguez. While it is definitely a tribute to their influences, the Rodriguez/Tarantino team create a solid movie that stands on its own as a very original take on horror movies.

    The acting is very effective, with George Clooney carrying the film as the cool-headed older brother who has to take care of his psychotic younger brother. Tarantino is average, but he was certainly having fun with the role. Keitel is terrific as always and is perfect as the faithless pastor who doesn't trust in God anymore. Apearances by Salma Hayek and make-up virtuoso Tom Savini have small but unforgettable roles. Savini steals the film in his role as a biker that brings back memories of his part in Romero's classic "Dawn of the Dead". All in all is a very complete and solid cast that certainly gives the movie a very special flavor.

    The special effects by KNB are top-notch, but the CGI used in some scenes is poor when compared to the traditional prosthetic make-up employed in the rest of the film. While the violence is never intended to be realistic, the poor CGI at times make it look more cartoon-like than what it was supposed to be, but it is not a real damaging flaw and the film is still highly enjoyable.

    Rodriguez has always done films to have fun, and this is what has set him apart from other filmmakers (Tarantino included). His lack of pretensions and his dedication to his craft seem to transmit the fun he has making movies to the audience who watches them. While his films may not have an introspective depth or a high philosophical meaning, they work perfectly as entertainment of the highest quality. This underrated film is probably among his best and most enjoyable films of his young career. 8/10
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    FAQ7

    • What is 'From Dusk Till Dawn' about?
    • Is 'From Dusk Till Dawn' based on a book?
    • How is it that Jacob had a Chinese son?

    Details

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    • Release date
      • January 19, 1996 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United States
      • Mexico
    • Official sites
      • Facebook
      • Official Site
    • Languages
      • English
      • Spanish
    • Also known as
      • Từ Bình Minh Tới Hoàng Hôn
    • Filming locations
      • Barstow, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Dimension Films
      • A Band Apart
      • Los Hooligans Productions
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    Box office

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    • Budget
      • $19,000,000 (estimated)
    • Gross US & Canada
      • $25,836,616
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $10,240,805
      • Jan 21, 1996
    • Gross worldwide
      • $25,837,111
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 48 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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