Blue in the Face
A wacky group of locals visit the neighborhood cigar shop, looking for good times and finding plenty of hilarious fun. But when the greedy owner threatens to close the shop for good and turn it into a trendy vegetarian restaurant, the neighborhood proves they'll do just about anything to save their favorite hangout.
Critics Sentiment
Jim Jarmusch delivers his celebrated last cigarette monologue
Opening scenes establish Auggie's Brooklyn cigar shop setting
The film jumps from a moderate opening to Jim Jarmusch's celebrated last cigarette speech, representing the biggest positive swing as reviewers consistently praised this monologue above all other moments.
Blue in the Face receives mixed but generally positive reception as an improvised companion to Smoke, with critics praising specific cameos and monologues while noting its disjointed nature. The film peaks during celebrity appearances, particularly Jim Jarmusch and Michael J. Fox, but suffers from uneven pacing and weak character development. Overall, reviewers appreciated its authentic Brooklyn atmosphere and documentary style despite recognizing its limitations as an experimental improvised work.
Full cast
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Harvey Keitel
Auggie Wren
Mel Gorham
Violet
Victor Argo
Vinnie
Roseanne Barr
Dot
Giancarlo Esposito
Tommy Finelli
Jared Harris
Jimmy Rose
José Zúñiga
Jerry
Jim Jarmusch
Bob
Lou Reed
Man with Strange Glasses
Keith David
Jackie Robinson
Michael J. Fox
Pete Maloney
Lily Tomlin
Waffle eater
Madonna
Singing Telegram
Mira Sorvino
Young lady
Malik Yoba
Watch Man
John Lurie
Saxophone player
Stephen Gevedon
Dennis
Sharif Rashed
Purse snatcher
Peggy Gormley
Sue the waitress
RuPaul
Dancer
Crew
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