Ask the Dust

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(drama, romance)
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?

actors:

Colin Farrell	as Arturo Bandini
Salma Hayek	as Camilla
Donald Sutherland	as Hellfrick
Eileen Atkins	as Mrs. Hargraves
Idina Menzel	as Vera Rivkin
Justin Kirk	as Sammy
Jeremy Crutchley	as Solomon
Ronald France	as Columbia Sweeper
Dion Basco	as Filipino Houseboy
Donna Mosley	as Red Headed Girl
Paul Rylander	as Harold the Bartender
Natasha Staples	as Denver Librarian
Wayne Harrison	as Heilman
Yoshimura Yasuhiro	as Japanese Vegetable Man
Sid	as Willie the Dog

directors:
Robert Towne
rating:5.80

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As a volunteer in Coalville Manager Century Cinema Theatre, I am always
the pursuit of artistic quality of the films that are not necessarily
Multiplex successes. I must confess that I read a couple of newspapers
comments when this film was first published in the United Kingdom - are not
Particularly favourable, but emphasized the
Robert Towne / Chinatown respect -- but I forgot all about it until I visited
Italy for a weekend vacation in July. As I passed a cinema
Verona, I was attracted by a pair of images very attractive to Ask ...
Dust. I decided to find out a little more about the film when I
returned to their homes. After doing this, because I thought that would be worthy of a
Screening in our small place and I booked the film as soon as
Stopite available to the non-theatrical circuit. Finally
showed me the movie last night and I think this was the first public display in
Leicestershire. I totally agree with the comments of others before me, -
Lighting, games, period direction and cinematography are absolutely
Wonderful - literally just nice to see. I thought Colin Farrell
was good in the central role and I am at a loss for why we re-enter
criticism from some quarters for his execution. Salma Hayek also
Results snipers in his early scenes with Farrell and portrays good
Character fears and insecurities at a time when he went to Mexico to
obviously looked down to (a very careful selection of the film for Towne
Extract scene in the movie). Unfortunately our own Eileen Atkins said
Tiny paper. While certainly not a commercial film, a feature that makes
Some memorable scenes, such as Long Beach and the earthquake
moonlight swim in the waves. And I really liked the idyllic
Sea period enjoyed by the two (finally!) Lovers ...
With Little Dog. A good abruptly ended in a real old-fashioned Hollywood style with a
Wink to Camille, which apparently is not in the book, from what I have read.
After the movie ended, I was not sure how my audience would react, but
Comments were generally very favorable ... And quite open, but the
Well handled sex scene has caused any offence ... in fact I did get a
pair of middle-aged ladies offered their bright expressions
Mr Farrell references to the appearance in that scenario. A very good
The quality of the film, made with love by Robert Towne ... But one can not help
think a little more clearly from the outset, could have been even
Best. It is a piece that remain in the memory but, in my
Opinion, and we can not say that about most of today's
Movies.
I have had the pleasure of seeing Mr. Towne give a talk in Toronto, which
Mused him on his long and (mostly) illustrious career. From Chinatown to
Best Staff The Firm, spouted off anecdotes and knowledge on
Hollywood and the screen writing process in general.

Then, the audience was treated to the preview of a review of "Ask
dust. "It seems that this has been a labour of love for the Lord
Towne, one that has been decades in manufacturing. Therefore, in which
Sense, maybe this movie does not deserve harsh criticism. The fact that
Towne was commendable.

This is not a bad movie, for whatever reason. There are two decent performances from his leads
Salma Hayek and Colin Farrell, lush cinematography,
Period meticulous detail and a sumptuous score. All elements of a
Great movie are there. However, nothing really gels.

My guess is that the material of the film is the final fall.
Date, and contradictory. What begins as a pulp in the potboiler
vein of "The Postman Rings Twice" political correctness becomes a diatribe against
intolerance. Oh, and there is a good dose of "La Boheme"
Tirado largely there.

The first half of the film is intriguing as the characters of the motivations of those
are enigmatic and unpredictable. Hayek is like a femme Latino
Fatal while Farrell plays the noirish flawed anti-hero. L.A.
Itself is a character - one of a city in conflict with its environment. The
description of the sand (or dust) from the desert air is filled
Particularly poignant.

Mid, the film takes a surprising turn. It turns out there are
No mystery behind the motives of potential customers. Just wanted to
Amado / understood. Cue Hollywood cliches, and the final scene. You can not help but be disappointed
.

Maybe in the hands of a director as auteur 70 Polanski, Antonioni
Or Bob Rafelson, the source material could have been adjusted or
Restructured to produce more surprising and inspiring film. Even
He wondered what the movie would have been like with a screen of 70 years, as
icon Jack Nicholson and Al Pacino in the lead role.

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