The film Cocktail with Tom Cruise is about a young New York City bartender named Brian Flanagan (Cruise) who dreams of becoming a successful businessman. He takes a job at a trendy nightclub where he learns to flair bartend and quickly becomes one of the most popular bartenders in the city.
Brian's success catches the eye of Doug Coughlin (Bryan Brown), an older and more experienced bartender who takes Brian under his wing and teaches him the ropes of the business. Doug also introduces Brian to Coral (Elisabeth Shue), a wealthy photographer. Brian and Coral begin dating, and Brian soon starts to think about opening his own bar.
However, Brian's success goes to his head and he starts to become arrogant and reckless. He neglects his relationship with Coral and his friendship with Doug. Brian's downfall eventually leads him to Jamaica, where he has to start over from scratch.
Cocktail is a story about ambition, success, and the importance of staying true to yourself. It is also a celebration of the art of bartending and the power of cocktails to bring people together.
The film was released in 1988 and was a box office success. It is known for its iconic soundtrack, which includes the song "Kokomo" by The Beach Boys. Cocktail is also notable for its flashy bartending sequences and its depiction of the New York nightlife scene in the 1980s.
While the film has been criticized for its over-the-top campiness, it remains a popular cult classic. It is a fun and entertaining film with a catchy soundtrack and a timeless message about the importance of following your dreams.
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Cast
- Tom Cruise as Brian Flanagan
- Bryan Brown as Doug Coughlin
- Elisabeth Shue as Jordan Mooney
- Lisa Banes as Bonnie
- Laurence Luckinbill as Richard Mooney
- Kelly Lynch as Kerry Coughlin
- Gina Gershon as Coral
- Ron Dean as Uncle Pat
- Ellen Foley as Eleanor
- Gerry Bamman as Tourist
- Larry Block as Bar Owner
- Paul Benedict as Finance Teacher
- Kenneth John McGregor as Sculptor
Director: Roger Donaldson
Writer: Heywood Gould
Box Office Gross: $171,504,781
Distributor: Walt Disney Studios
Release Date: July 29, 1988