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.

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

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Review by: 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.

Reviewer rating: 8.0


Actors


Mickey Rourke

Henry Chinaski


Faye Dunaway

Wanda Wilcox


Alice Krige

Tully Sorenson


Jack Nance

Detective


Gloria LeRoy

Grandma Moses

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