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Release Date:
30 March 1984 (USA) moreTagline:
She's a girl from the big city. He's a reckless soldier of fortune. For a fabulous treasure, they share an adventure no one could imagine... or survive.Plot:
A romance writer sets off to Colombia to ransom her kidnapped sister, and soon finds herself in the middle of a dangerous adventure. full summary | full synopsisAwards:
Nominated for Oscar. Another 5 wins & 2 nominations moreNewsDesk:
(17 articles)
Turner: 'Cage And I Are Friends Again' (From WENN. 23 February 2009, 4:06 AM, PST)
Romancing Remake
(From The Hollywood News. 5 December 2008, 4:55 PM, PST)
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Great adventure/romantic comedy moreCast
(Cast overview, first billed only) | Michael Douglas | ... | Jack T. Colton |
 | Kathleen Turner | ... | Joan Wilder |
 | Danny DeVito | ... | Ralph |
 | Zack Norman | ... | Ira |
 | Alfonso Arau | ... | Juan |
| Manuel Ojeda | ... | Zolo |
| Holland Taylor | ... | Gloria |
| Mary Ellen Trainor | ... | Elaine |
| Eve Smith | ... | Mrs. Irwin |
| Joe Nesnow | ... | Super |
| José Chávez | ... | Santos |
 | Evita Muñoz 'Chachita' | ... | Hefty Woman (as Chachita) |
| Camillo García | ... | Bus Driver |
| Rodrigo Puebla | ... | Bad Hombre |
| Paco Morayta | ... | Hotel Clerk |
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View content advisory for parentsRuntime:
106 minColor:
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2.35 : 1 moreSound Mix:
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Portugal:M/6 | Ireland:15 (uncut) | Canada:A (Nova Scotia) | Canada:AA (Ontario) | Canada:G (Quebec) | Canada:PA (Manitoba) | Iceland:12 | Brazil:Livre | Argentina:16 | Australia:M | Chile:14 | Finland:K-16 | Norway:15 (re-rating) | Norway:16 (original rating) | Spain:7 | Sweden:15 | UK:12 (re-rating) (2001) (uncut) | UK:PG (original rating) (cut) | USA:PG | West Germany:12 | Singapore:PGFun Stuff
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The water taxi Joan Wilder rides to meet Ira is named "The Orca," which is also the name of Quint's boat in Jaws (1975). Jaws director Steven Spielberg produced director Robert Zemeckis' previous film, Used Cars (1980). Zemeckis also co-wrote Spielberg's 1941 (1979) which features a "Jaws" parody. moreGoofs:
Continuity: In the drug dealer's village, Joan is told there is no telephone for many miles. Yet in the chase that ensues, many telephone poles with wires can be seen throughout the village. moreQuotes:
Jack Colton: My minimum price for taking a stranded lady to a telephone is 400 dollars.Joan Wilder: Will you take 375 in traveler's checks?
Jack Colton: American Express?
Joan Wilder: Of course.
Jack Colton: You've got a deal.
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This is a rare film that can be enjoyed by almost everyone. I don't recommend it for really young kids, but early teens and older will enjoy it. Those who prefer adventure (a la Indiana Jones) will enjoy it, as will those who like romantic comedies. In addtion, the great Danny DeVito adds his own brand of humor. This is a movie that we all enjoy as a family over and over. I just wish that the movie company would put out a special edition DVD with commentary by the stars...I'd love to hear what Michael Douglas, Danny DeVito, and Kathleen Turner have to say about the making of this film. I also wonder if there are any outtakes or deleted scenes. What a disappointment the DVD is as far as extras go. We bought it because we enjoy the movie, but would definitely spend more if there was a special edition! I give it 4 out of 4 stars.