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Vegas: Based on a True Story
Vegas: Based on a True Story

Vegas: Based on a True Story

Genres

Drama

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The film takes place away from the glittering strip of mega casinos, but the greed of Sin City is just as pervasive on the desert outskirts. This is where a happy family learns of a forgotten fortune that may be buried beneath their home. Their lives are turned upside down. A sophisticated study of just how far people are able and willing to go if faced with the tempting prospect of easily acquired wealth.

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Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

102 mins

Rating

4.9/10

Release Date

01 January 2008

Country

United States of America

Cast

Mark Greenfield

Mark Greenfield

Eddie

Alexis Hart

Alexis Hart

Nancy La Scala

Nancy La Scala

Tracy

Zach Thomas

Zach Thomas

Mitch

Walt Turner

Walt Turner

Benjamin Weil

Benjamin Weil

Detective Quinn

Adam Martinez

Adam Martinez

Bar Gangster (uncredited)

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