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Slacker (1990)

6.719901h 37mEN
DramaComedy

Directed by Richard Linklater

Rating

6.7/10

Runtime

1h 37m

Language

EN

Release

July 27, 1990

Director

Richard Linklater

Official Trailer

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Overview

Austin, Texas, is an Eden for the young and unambitious, from the enthusiastically eccentric to the dangerously apathetic. Here, the nobly lazy can eschew responsibility in favor of nursing their esoteric obsessions. The locals include a backseat philosopher who passionately expounds on his dream th...

Cast

Richard Linklater

Richard Linklater

Should Have Stayed at Bus Station

Rudy Basquez

Rudy Basquez

Taxi Driver

Jean Caffeine

Jean Caffeine

Roadkill

Jan Hockey

Jan Hockey

Jogger

Stephan Hockey

Stephan Hockey

Running Late

Mark James

Mark James

Hit-and-Run Son

Samuel Dietert

Samuel Dietert

Grocery Grabber of Death's Bounty

Bob Boyd

Bob Boyd

Officer Bozzio

Terrence Kirk

Terrence Kirk

Officer Love

Keith McCormack

Keith McCormack

Street Musician

Jennifer Schaudies

Jennifer Schaudies

Walking to Coffee Shop

Dan Kratochvil

Dan Kratochvil

Espresso Czar / Masonic Malcontent

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Slacker (1990), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Austin, Texas, is an Eden for the young and unambitious, from the enthusiastically eccentric to the dangerously apathetic. Here, the nobly lazy can eschew responsibility in favor of nursing their esoteric obsessions. The locals include a backseat philosopher who passionately expounds on his dream theories to a seemingly comatose cabbie, a young woman who tries to hawk Madonna's Pap test to anyone who will listen and a kindly old anarchist looking for recruits.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Slacker. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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