Leaving Las Vegas (New 4K Restoration) + Q&A

World premiere of new 4K restoration of director’s cut.

Adapted from the novel by John O’Brien, this acclaimed drama follows alcoholic screenwriter Ben Sanderson (Nicolas Cage) as he drinks himself into oblivion in Las Vegas. When Ben meets the beautiful prostitute Sera (Elisabeth Shue), they strike up an unconventional relationship — one where she can’t ask him to curb his drinking, and he can’t fault her for her job. Though they offer each other support, Ben’s self-destruction threatens to eclipse their bond.

4K scan of Super16 original negative and 35mm dupe sections (for opticals, titles, subtitles)
Super16 scan done at Silve Salt Restoration in UK; 35mm dupe sections scan done at Duplitech
Final color and restoration done at Duplitech; colorist: Blake David-Blasingame & Dave Lewis
Final color was approved by director Mike Figgis.

Q&A with Mike Figgis following screening.