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Amargosa

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This documentary explores dancer Marta Becket's decision to leave the art scene of New York City, move across the country to Death Valley Junction and renovate the decrepit Amargosa Opera House in order to perform first and foremost for herself. In addition to interviewing Becket as well as some of her friends and fans, including writer Ray Bradbury, the film utilizes performance footage and offers external views of the Amargosa and its surroundings to paint a picture of Becket's life and work.

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Harrison B @clinthoward Mar 31, 2026 I don't remember this movie but I love this actual place! See more
kathy c @RT01366304 Apr 14, 2017 One of the most compelling films I've seen. Beautifully shot. Very sensitive treatment of an incredible story. Terrific soundtrack. A must see for creative people. See more
Aug 17, 2011 awesome doc great subject matter. See more
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Todd Robinson

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Marta Becket

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Ray Bradbury

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Paul Lyday

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Tom Willett

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Mary McDonnell

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Synopsis This documentary explores dancer Marta Becket's decision to leave the art scene of New York City, move across the country to Death Valley Junction and renovate the decrepit Amargosa Opera House in order to perform first and foremost for herself. In addition to interviewing Becket as well as some of her friends and fans, including writer Ray Bradbury, the film utilizes performance footage and offers external views of the Amargosa and its surroundings to paint a picture of Becket's life and work.
Director
Todd Robinson
Producer
Kenneth A. Carlson, Sidney Sherman
Screenwriter
Todd Robinson
Distributor
Paramount Pictures
Production Co
Sundance Channel, Triple Play Pictures
Genre
Documentary
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Apr 16, 2000, Original
Release Date (Streaming)
May 3, 2017
Runtime
1h 34m
Sound Mix
Surround
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