The film relies heavily on the "lounge music from hell" written by Paul Williams , which the stars perform with earnest, cringe-inducing sincerity. A Production in "Quicksand"

The film's legend stems largely from its chaotic production. Initially budgeted at $27.5 million, the cost ballooned to roughly ($120 million today). FOUR WEEKS OF MAY: ISHTAR - Crittical Analysis

Led by Shirra Assel (Isabelle Adjani), a rebel with a secret.