Blaze

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Movie Info

This bawdy comedy is loosely based on the real-life relationship between Earl Long (Paul Newman), the governor of Louisiana, and burlesque performer Blaze Starr (Lolita Davidovich). While Long and his lovely lady carry on their scandalous affair, the politician also has his mind on more serious matters, including the right for local black citizens to vote. Although Long's opponents try to use his many eccentricities against him, the feisty public figure won't go down without a fight.
  • Rating:
    R
  • Genre:
    drama
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Director:
    Ron Shelton
  • Producer:
    Gil Friesen
  • Release Date (Streaming):
  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $19.0M
  • Runtime:
  • Production Co:
    Touchstone Pictures, Silver Screen Partners IV
  • Sound Mix:
    Surround, Stereo

Cast & Crew

Paul Newman
Gov. Earl K. Long
Lolita Davidovich
Blaze Starr
Jerry Hardin
Thibodeaux
Gailard Sartain
LaGrange
Jeffrey DeMunn
Eldon Tuck
Garland Bunting
Doc Ferriday
Richard Jenkins
Picayune
Robert Wuhl
Red Snyder
Ron Shelton
Director
Gil Friesen
Producer
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  • Jan 24, 2007
    Paul Newman is good value as the Governor of Louisiana, Lolita Davidovich is a little weaker in her title role.
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