# Fandango (1985)

> A group of Texas college friends races toward the Mexican border for one reckless final adventure before adulthood, marriage, and the Vietnam draft close in.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/12269

## Facts

- Runtime: 91 min
- Genres: Comedy, Drama
- Director: Kevin Reynolds
- Cast: Kevin Costner, Judd Nelson, Sam Robards, Chuck Bush, Marvin J. McIntyre, Suzy Amis, Glenne Headly, Pepe Serna
- TMDB rating: 6.7/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0089126/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, irreverent, wistful, nostalgic movie night, road movie marathon

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