Product Details

• Actors: Richard Crenna (Narrator)
• Format: Box set, Black & White, Closed-captioned, Color, NTSC
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Number of tapes: 4
• Studio: A&E Home Video
• VHS Release Date: January 22, 1997
• Run Time: 200 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 6304379471
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #183,717 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

Editorial Reviews

From the Back Cover

It's a city that's larger than life. A city without limits. A glittering mecca of excess and forbidden desires. The Real Las Vegas tells the fascinating story of this fabled place and the people who created it. From the mobsters who made Vegas into their version of the American Dream to the tycoons of today's family mega-resorts, this is the ultimate insider's tour of America's neon oasis. The Real Las Vegas features never-before-seen film footage and rare interviews with luminaries like Alan King, Wayne Newton, and Debbie Reynolds, writer Nick Pileggi, entrepreneur Steve Wynn, and Howard Hughes frontman Robert Maheu. Tour the incredible casinos of Vegas's world-famous trip, and even get insider tips on how to beat the odds.

Product Description

It's a city that's larger than life. A city without limits. A glittering mecca of excess and forbidden desires. Discover the fascinating story of this fabled destination and the people who created it. From the mobsters who made Vegas into their version of American Dream to the tycoons of today's family mega-resorts, this is the ultimate insider's tour of America's neon oasis. Illuminating interviews with luminaries like Alan King, Wayne Newton and Debbie Reynolds, writer Nick Pileggi, entrepreneur Steve Wynn and Howard Hughes frontman Robert Mayheu offer a unique, unvarnished look at the fabled city, while never-before-seen footage opens a window to its tumultuous past. Tour the incredible casinos of the world-famous strip and even get tips on how to beat the odds!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just as compelling as the city itself., April 21, 2000

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Roburt (California, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Real Las Vegas - The Complete Story of America's Neon Oasis (Volume 1 - Boomtown/Volume 2 - Gamble in the Desert/Volume 3 - Tarnished Dream/Volume 4 - House of Cards) [VHS] (VHS Tape)

Of any city in the world, none has the depth, personality, complexity, independence, style, hardships, or glory as Las Vegas, Nevada. It's story is greater than any Hollywood film, and the entire phycology of this metropolis is one to be admired. This documentary is by far the BEST ever created about Las Vegas. Not only is it an enticing history lesson, but it is also an examination of the Las Vegas of today and it's future. Whether you're a hard-core Vegas veteran or someone who has never even been to this magnificent place, this presentation will entertain and enlighten you. Even all those anti-Vegas folks out there would have to give some appreciation for the oasis after viewing this. The entire video epic is an extremely well-made piece that shows Las Vegas isn't just a gambling town, it's a work of art.

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars real deal, March 4, 2000

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andrew dedmon (earl,n.c.) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Real Las Vegas - The Complete Story of America's Neon Oasis (Volume 1 - Boomtown/Volume 2 - Gamble in the Desert/Volume 3 - Tarnished Dream/Volume 4 - House of Cards) [VHS] (VHS Tape)

This is a must for all who love Las Vegas! I have watched it a number of times and still pick up something new I missed before. I do wish there was more about the Dealers and Pitbosses. who are the most intresting people there.

5.0 out of 5 stars Item in the perfect condition, May 28, 2010

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Siavash Akrami - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Real Las Vegas - The Complete Story of America's Neon Oasis (Volume 1 - Boomtown/Volume 2 - Gamble in the Desert/Volume 3 - Tarnished Dream/Volume 4 - House of Cards) [VHS] (VHS Tape)

The VHS tapes were new, and they had no problems. Just perfect!The Real Las Vegas - The Complete Story of America's Neon Oasis (Volume 1 - Boomtown/Volume 2 - Gamble in the Desert/Volume 3 - Tarnished Dream/Volume 4 - House of Cards) [VHS]