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Drugstore Cowboy (1989)

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Reviews Counted: 18 Fresh: 18  Rotten:0 Average Rating: 8.2/10

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Runtime: 1 hr 44 mins

Synopsis: DRUGSTORE COWBOY was one of a group of films that led to the explosion of American independent cinema. Director Gus Van Sant generally maintains his highly stylized vision, regardless of a film's budget. His later films continue to illustrate the dreamlike moments contained in highly... DRUGSTORE COWBOY was one of a group of films that led to the explosion of American independent cinema. Director Gus Van Sant generally maintains his highly stylized vision, regardless of a film's budget. His later films continue to illustrate the dreamlike moments contained in highly disturbing situations. The film captures a slice of Americana through the back door. Bob (Matt Dillon) is an energetic junkie who leads his wife (Kelly Lynch) and another couple on a reckless spree of drugstore robberies, for drugs. When he has a brush with death, Bob realizes he must leave both his addiction and his wife if he wants to survive. Van Sant's lush photography gives us a glimpse into these lives, lending immortality to people on the fringes of society. DRUGSTORE COWBOY is a classic film that launched the career of one of the most important American directors working today. [More]

Genre: Dramas, Thieves, Drama, Drugs, Substance Abuse, Self-Discovery, Recommended, Lowlife, Independent, Seventies, Theatrical Release, Drug Addiction, Essential Cinema

Starring: Matt Dillon, Kelly Lynch, James Remar, James Le Gros, Heather Graham

Director: Gus Van Sant
Composer: Elliot Goldenthal

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Dec 4, 2002

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David Ansen
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Lyrically shot, this chronicle of a bunch of bumbling petty-criminals who steal pharmaceuticals is a tad too straightforward by Van Sant's standards, but the dialogue is funnt, the mood nonchalant, and Matt Dillon is terrific in the lead.

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Cole Smithey
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Daniel M. Kimmel
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Emanuel Levy
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Thomas Delapa
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Michael Drakulich
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Marjorie Baumgarten
Austin Chronicle
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One of the best movies ever made about characters who live on the fringes of society. Gus Van Sant establishes himself as a major talent with this one.

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Mark Palermo
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