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Rough Magic

  • 1995
  • PG-13
  • 1h 44m
IMDb RATING
5.5/10
2.2K
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Russell Crowe and Bridget Fonda in Rough Magic (1995)
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In the 1950s, a pretty sorceress apprentice travels to Mexico to escape her boyfriend, a wealthy politician, and to find a Mayan shaman who will teach her the ancient principles of magic.In the 1950s, a pretty sorceress apprentice travels to Mexico to escape her boyfriend, a wealthy politician, and to find a Mayan shaman who will teach her the ancient principles of magic.In the 1950s, a pretty sorceress apprentice travels to Mexico to escape her boyfriend, a wealthy politician, and to find a Mayan shaman who will teach her the ancient principles of magic.

  • Director
    • Clare Peploe
  • Writers
    • James Hadley Chase
    • Robert Mundi
    • William Brookfield
  • Stars
    • Bridget Fonda
    • Russell Crowe
    • Jim Broadbent
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • IMDb RATING
    5.5/10
    2.2K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Clare Peploe
    • Writers
      • James Hadley Chase
      • Robert Mundi
      • William Brookfield
    • Stars
      • Bridget Fonda
      • Russell Crowe
      • Jim Broadbent
    • 31User reviews
    • 18Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 2 wins & 1 nomination total

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    Bridget Fonda
    Bridget Fonda
    • Myra Shumway
    Russell Crowe
    Russell Crowe
    • Alex Ross
    Jim Broadbent
    Jim Broadbent
    • Doc Ansell
    D.W. Moffett
    D.W. Moffett
    • Cliff Wyatt
    Kenneth Mars
    Kenneth Mars
    • Magician
    Paul Rodriguez
    Paul Rodriguez
    • Diego
    Andy Romano
    Andy Romano
    • Clayton
    Richard Schiff
    Richard Schiff
    • Marvin Wiggins
    Euva Anderson
    • Tojola, Diego's Wife
    Michael Ensign
    Michael Ensign
    • Powerbroker
    Gabriel Pingarrón
    • Telegraph Man
    • (as Gabriel Pingarrón González)
    Santos Morales
    • Policeman #1
    Mark Morante
    • Clayton's Assistant
    • (as Mark Del Castillo Morante)
    Rene Pereyra
    • Policeman #2
    • (as René Pereyra)
    Christopher Otto
    • Mechanic
    • (as Chris Otto)
    Carlos Quintero
    • Spanish Priest
    Thomas Rosales Jr.
    Thomas Rosales Jr.
    • Tough
    Roberto Ruy
    • Indian Guide
    • Director
      • Clare Peploe
    • Writers
      • James Hadley Chase
      • Robert Mundi
      • William Brookfield
    • All cast & crew
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    User reviews31

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    themeems

    An eye-catching film of love and love-loss...

    Russell Crowe can pull off the 1950's type of style without hesitation. This movie shows that nice, sweet, and caring side we didn't get to see much of in L.A. Confidential. Bridget Fonda's innocent way of looking at things is refreshing, though tainted at times. Though not a full on drama, this movie plays with love on much of the lighter scale, but still emphasizes the dangers in losing one's heart in a relationship.
    Scott-8

    A wild movie

    Rough Magic is one of those movies that doesn't seem to be what it is, and at times doesn't seem sure itself what type of movie it is. It begins with a heroine on the run, and quickly becomes very surreal. I liked the characters, but the story wasn't quite strong enough to hold it all together, and it dissolutes almost completely at the ends, as if they ran out of ideas and decided to end it. Still, it's worth watching for the bizarre spins of events and some very funny moments.
    6Beggar

    Not as bad as the critics would have it.

    Give this little movie a break. It can actually be funny at times. Don't expect something deep and meaningful, but there are worse ways you could spend an hour and 45 minutes out of your life. Besides, it's got Russell Crowe in it.
    punfod

    I liked it!

    I happen to think it is a pretty good movie. It's got magic and love and Russell Crowe and it's nice. It's an entertaining love story, with a touch of magic. How can you not enjoy that? Also, did I mention it has magic in it? ;)
    mhollen

    A delightful find.

    "Rough Magic" is a funny, sophisticated piece of fluff about losing and finding one's heart. Russell Crowe looks young and sweet. The Mexican Spanish spoken is entertaining, and Peploe's use of Mayan Indians and a kind of eclectic shamanism mixed with magic rings emotionally true. I loved this film and you will, too, if you are not too hung up on logic.

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    Storyline

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    • Trivia
      The car is a yellow 1949 Buick Roadmaster convertible.
    • Goofs
      It hinges on the myth that a spouse cannot testify a spouse; in certain circumstances, a spouse cannot be compelled to testify against a spouse, but the law does not preclude that a spouse willingly testify against his or spouse.
    • Quotes

      Alec Ross: I'm your guardian angel.

      Myra: You don't look so angelic to me.

      Alec Ross: Well, you know, standards are down all over.

    • Connections
      Featured in Siskel & Ebert: The Lost World: Jurassic Park/'Til There Was You/Trial and Error/Rough Magic (1997)
    • Soundtracks
      El Cihualteco
      Traditional
      Arranged by Jesus Reyes
      Performed by Mariachi Reyes Del Aserradero
      Courtesy of Discos Corazón

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    Details

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    • Release date
      • May 30, 1997 (United States)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • United States
      • France
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Hechizo en la ruta maya
    • Filming locations
      • Michoacán, Mexico
    • Production companies
      • Union Générale Cinématographique (UGC)
      • Recorded Picture Company (RPC)
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $247,202
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $59,026
      • Jun 1, 1997
    • Gross worldwide
      • $247,202
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Tech specs

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    • Runtime
      • 1h 44m(104 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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