The doc explores the life and times of controversial William S. Burroughs, author of “Naked Lunch” and “Junkie”. The film charts the development of Burroughs’ unique literary style and his wildly unconventional life, including his travels from the American Midwest to North Africa and several personal tragedies.
Burroughs: The Movie
1983
General Audiences
86 min.
Documentary
USA
Colorido
Howard Brookner
William S. Burroughs, Lauren Hutton, Patti Smith, Allen Ginsberg, Francis Bacon, Bryon Gyson
Tom DiCillo, James Lebovitz, Mike Southon, Richard L. Camp & Antony Balch
Scott Vickrey, Ben Morris
Howard Brookner & Alan Yentob
Pinball London
Criterion
38