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Assassination Tango
Directed by Robert Duvall

About the Film
Starring: Robert Duvall, Ruben Blades, Luciana Pedraza, Frankie Gio, Kathy Baker
John J. (Robert Duvall) is a seasoned hitman sent on a job to Argentina. When the General he's sent to kill delays his return to the country, John passes the time with Manuela (Luciana Pedraza), a beautiful dancer who becomes his teacher and guide into Argentina's sensual world of the tango. Spellbound by the rich and mysterious world Manuela has shown him, his idyll is shattered when the reality of why he's there comes crashing down around him.

Sheila's Review
What a waste of time, money and film. This ‘romantic crime thriller’ was a poor attempt by Robert Duvall to get his girlfriend, Luciana Pedraza, into a Hollywood movie. Obviously with his clout, money and reputation, Duvall was able to convince film makers to make this movie and hoped a name might be made for his would be actress young lady. Don’t get me wrong, she and Duvall where fine as actors in this flick, but the actual story was a boring piece of garbage which should not have been made. What a disappointment! The only okay thing was the shoot location.

Trixie's Review
I didn't think it was possible to make the tango appear boring. Boy I was wrong. Everything about this film was so utterly and completely BOR-ING! Had we not disturbed too many people we would have left the theater. Sitting outside counting clouds would have been more entertaining. I can't think of a single reason for anyone to see this film. Don't waste or money - or more importantly - your time.

~September 2002

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