Amazon.com: Assassination Tango: Robert Duvall, Rub?n Blades, Kathy Baker, Julio Oscar Mechoso: Amazon Instant Video

Product Details

Synopsis: John J. (Robert Duvall) is a seasoned hit man sent on a job to Argentina. When the General he's sent to kill delays his return to the country, John passes the time with Manuela (Luciana Pedraza), a beautiful dancer who becomes his teacher and guide into Argentina's sensual world of the tango. Spellbound by the rich and mysterious world Manuela has shown him, his idyll is shattered when the reality of why he's there comes crashing down around him.

Starring: Robert Duvall, Rub?n Blades

Supporting actors: Kathy Baker, Julio Oscar Mechoso

Directed by: Robert Duvall

Genre: Crime, Drama, Romance, Thriller

Runtime: 1 hour 54 minutes

Studio: MGM

MPAA Rating: Rated R for language and some violence

ASIN: B001CAZL4C (Rental) and B001CB3KMG (Purchase)

Rights & Requirements

Rental rights: 24 hour viewing period Details

Purchase rights: Stream instantly and download to 2 locations. Details

Compatible with: Mac and Windows PC online viewing, compatible instant streaming devices, TiVo DVRs. System requirements

Format: Amazon Instant Video (streaming online video and digital download)

Also available on DVD

Assassination Tango DVD ~ Robert Duvall

3.3 out of 5 stars (62)

Theatrical Release Information

MPAA: Rated R for language and some violence
Production Company: United Artists, American Zoetrope, Butcher's Run Films
Filming Locations: Buenos Aires, Federal District, Argentina

Video Format Details

Online Viewing	PC Download	TiVo box	Portable device
View instantly from any PC or Mac with a broadband connection	Ready to watch in about 45 minutes*	Ready to watch in about 55 minutes*	Ready to transfer in about 50 minutes*

* Your download times may vary--estimates shown are for a typical DSL connection (1.5 Mbits/sec). Rental videos cannot be transferred to a portable device.

Customer Reviews

62 Reviews

5 star:		(19)
4 star:		(14)
3 star:		(11)
2 star:		(5)
1 star:		(13)

Average Customer Review

3.3 out of 5 stars (62 customer reviews)

Share your thoughts with other customers:

Create your own review

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This is clearly an act of love for Duvall., April 7, 2003

By

Mark Hammond (Chambersburg, PA USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)

Amazon Verified Purchase(What's this?)

Robert Duvall is one of the best actors of the late 20th Century. We are aware of Duvall's versatility in movies in everything from "The Godfather" and "The Apostle" to "Gods and Generals." Few people outside the tango community know that he is a passionate tango dancer. It is obvious that this production was an act of love. This movie will probably not go into general release at your local theater. I really expect it to have a limited release. Notwithstanding that, my advice to you is to see it even if you have to drive two hours [one way] to go to a theater as my wife and I did recently. It was really worthwhile.

It is a movie that did not do well in the Toronto Film Festival in 2002. Because of that, certain portions of the film were re-shot in Buenos Aires. Even still, the movie provoked discussion on the Tango-L listserv. It has been criticized for its "weak" plot. I find the plot less complicated than Sally Porter's "Tango Lesson," and the style of dancing to be less of the "fantasy tango" style and more of the salon style that you see in Buenos Aires today. This movie will have definite appeal to milongueros and tango junkies, as well as some die-hard ballroom dancers.

I loved the dancing in the movie, and I really wish there was more of it. A few years ago, I was pleased to have seen some of the people in the movie dance several years ago at Duvall's farm in northern Virginia. This is the kind of dancing I like. I would love it if there were a "director's cut" of this movie available soon. I would be the first to buy it.

Help other customers find the most helpful reviews

Was this review helpful to you? Yes No

Report abuse | Permalink

Comment Comment

29 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A major actor's ego trip that could be worth viewing, April 16, 2003

By

David Thomson "Second Rate Eric Hoffer Imitator" (Houston, TX USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)

Robert Duvall is among the greatest film actors of the last forty years. He fills the screen and it is virtually impossible for any other actor to upstage him. This films reminds me of the time when Richard Burton read off the names in a phone book---and the audience was held spellbound by the late thespians ability to make such a normally boring event seem wildly interesting. Assassination Tango lacks coherence and is something of a rambling mess. And yet, I found the experience highly rewarding.

Duvall is a director of modest talent. The movie is supposedly about a overage professional killer who must travel to Argentina to assassinate a retired general who is allegedly guilty of crimes against humanity. None of this ever makes any logical sense. But the dancing and the beautiful cinematography are exhilarating. Duvall has the extraordinary talent to turn meandering dialogues into riveting scenes. We are entranced by his characters adoration of the girlfriends daughter. The flirtations between John J. Anderson (Duvall) and the gorgeous and significantly younger tango instructor Manuella (Luciana Pedraza) are poignant and even a bit touching. Assassination Tango is definitely not for everyone. I give it four stars, and recommend it only to those who believe that great acting alone can salvage a less than well put together script. In many respects Assassination Tango is nothing more than Robert Duvalls grandiose ego trip. Nonetheless, it still might be well worth an evening of your time.

Help other customers find the most helpful reviews

Was this review helpful to you? Yes No

Report abuse | Permalink

Comment Comment

14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Pedraza Alone Worth The Price Of The DVD, April 15, 2006

By

Craig Connell (Lockport, NY USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)

This review is from: Assassination Tango (DVD)

I took a shot at buying this DVD sight-unseen, something I rarely do and usually regret, but not in this case. I found it even more fascinating than I hoped, thanks to a totally-unknown actress. Two viewings within a year has not changed my opinion.

This movie is just different, a unique portrait of strange older hit-man and the people in his life. I am not surprised a number of viewers did not like this film, even fans of Robert Duvall. It's probably just too quirky for most tastes and too slow for most viewers. Despite being low- key, there are some moments of intense temper and violence on the part of Duvall which helps keep ones attention.

I didn't need that, however, to keep my attention. Just trying to figure out Duvall kept me intrigued. My attention, however, accelerated when newcomer Luciana Pedraza entered the picture.

Pedraza is one of the most interesting "new faces" I've seen on film: a woman who has intelligence written over her face as few modern actresses ever have. This woman has a lot to offer: looks, intelligence, a good figure, a great dancer, wonderful voice and despite being Argentine, speaks better English than many Americans. A pity that to my knowledge, this is still her only screen appearance.

Between her and Duvall - who are both complex characters to say the least - along with some wonderfully-colorful cinematography, great dance scenes and intrigue about how an assassination plot will turn out,

I found this film and the DVD - which is inexpensive - very pleasing.This is unknown film that isn't fully appreciated.

Help other customers find the most helpful reviews

Was this review helpful to you? Yes No

Report abuse | Permalink

Comment Comment

Share your thoughts with other customers: Create your own review

› See all 62 customer reviews...

Most Recent Customer Reviews

1.0 out of 5 stars ego city
This film was written, directed by, and starring Robert Duvall. The actor has made some marvelous movies over the years, but when given total control, he failed badly... Read more

Published 3 months ago by C.A. Arthur

4.0 out of 5 stars A good solid interesting film
I enjoyed this film immensely. Robert Duvall is a big talent, we know that. And here is has written, directed and starred in a good solid film. Read more

Published 6 months ago by Piccolo

4.0 out of 5 stars The sweep and depth of the tango
This film is written and directed by Robert Duvall. He's the central actor as well. The script seems to capture considerable periods of improvisation. Read more