This is a hard to rate film. "Blue in the Face" is basically bonus material for "Smoke", in which the actors and several celebrity guests encore there roles in a collection of mostly improvised vignettes. It's meant to be a glimpse into the quirky lives of Brooklyn residents.
The film's strength lies in its spontaneous and natural dialogue. The actors, many of whom were regulars in the New York indie scene, bring a sense of authenticity and humor to their roles. The film captures the distinctive feel of Brooklyn, with its diverse population and laid-back vibe.
While the film is entertaining, it lacks a traditional narrative structure. There are a couple of light plot threads, but it is mostly a mix of character driven scenes and borderline documentary material. This unstructured nature makes the film unique, a bit slow, but definitely funny and entertaining. Surprise appearances of people like Michael J. Fox, Jim Jarmusch, Lou Redd, Madonna, and many, many others keep it interesting. It almost feels like a spoiler to give away everyone that appears.
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