Bukowski
A poet with ink-stained fingers and a whiskey-stained soul. The story of Charles Bukowski, a literary outlaw who mined beauty from the gutter's grime. This 2013 drama charts his raw, unflinching journey through dead-end jobs, barroom brawls, and the typewriter's relentless clatter. It's a portrait of the artist as a damaged man, finding brutal honesty in the chaos of post-war America. More than a biopic, it’s a testament to the ugly, glorious truth of a life lived without apology.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 2013 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Drama |
| Director | James Franco |
| Rating | TMDB: 7.8/10 (4 votes) |
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The director opts for a grimy, vérité approach that mirrors Bukowski's own aesthetic—no romanticization, just the stark poetry of survival. The atmosphere feels authentically lived-in, all nicotine stains and flickering neon.
For those drawn to antiheroes and the creative process in its messiest form. You'll emerge feeling like you've spent a night in a dive bar, both exhausted and oddly exhilarated.— MovieFinder Editorial
Director: James Franco
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Late night, alone, with a glass of something strong and a notebook nearby.
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