Synopsis

Ben Sanderson (Cage) is a career alcoholic who has hit rock bottom. Trashing all personal and professional ties to his L.A. existence, he sets off for the lights of Vegas on a mission: to drink himself to death. There he meets Sera (Shue), a beautiful, seen-it-all hooker ensnared in a destructive relationship with her pimp, Yuri. From the moment Ben and Sera connect, they from a unique bond based upon unconditional acceptance and mutual respect that will change each of them forever.

"Two enthusiastic thumbs up."
-- Siskel & Ebert

"A uniquely hypnotic and haunting love story"
-- Peter Travers, ROLLING STONE

ACADEMY AWARD NOMENEE