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Barfly (1987)

Some people never go crazy. What truly horrible lives they must lead.

Director: Barbet Schroeder

Genres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Writer: Charles Bukowski

Runtime: 1h 40m

Release: 2 Sep, 1987

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Cast

Mickey Rourke, Faye Dunaway, Alice Krige, Jack Nance, J.C. Quinn

Overview

Downtrodden writer Henry and distressed goddess Wanda aren't exactly husband and wife: they're wedded to their bar stools. But, they like each other's company—and Barfly captures their giddy, gin-soaked attempts to make a go of life on the skids.

Reviews

Nutshell

Mickey Rourke shines in this offbeat comedy about a dropout drunk poet. A bit too over the top in some scenes but an ultimately satisfying and funny film. Faye Dunaway's performance stands out as well.

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