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Less Than Zero (1987) 6.3
A college freshman returns to L.A. for the holidays at his ex-girlfriend's request, but discovers that his former best friend has an out-of-control drug habit. Director:Marek Kanievska |
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Clay, an eighteen-year-old freshman, comes back from his first term at a college in New Hampshire to spend his Christmas vacation with his broken-up wealthy family in Los Angeles. His former girlfriend, Blair, is now involved with his ex-best-friend, Julian. She warns Clay that Julian needs help: he is using a lot of cocaine and has huge debts. What follows is a look at the youth culture of wealthy post adolescents in Beverly Hills with a strong anti-drug message. Apart from the setting and the names, the film has very little to do with Bret Easton Ellis's book by the same title on which it was based. Written by Jeroen van Bree <J.vBree@kub.nl>
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It only looks like the good life. See more »Parents Guide:
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Country:
USARelease Date:
6 November 1987 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
Corrupción en Beverly Hills See more »Filming Locations:
Leo Carrillo State Beach - 35000 W. Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, California, USA See more »Box Office
Gross:
$12,396,383 (USA)Company Credits
Production Co:
Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, Amercent Films, American Entertainment Partners L.P. See more »
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DolbyAspect Ratio:
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Clay: Like you?
Rip: Just like me.
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Performed by The Black Flames
Written by Eugene Record
Courtesy of Def Jam Recordings/Columbia Records
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The movie is notable for Robert Downey Jr.'s performance playing a drug addict with Downey off-screen having a real-life drug addiction. See more »Goofs
A camera man is seen when Blaire is in the broken in loft. The camera man is in bottom left corner of the window. See more »Quotes
Rip: Well, don't slack off, man. Don't be a bum.Clay: Like you?
Rip: Just like me.
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Are You My WomanPerformed by The Black Flames
Written by Eugene Record
Courtesy of Def Jam Recordings/Columbia Records
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This movie should be considered a "Cult" classic. The movie captures the plight of a young teen's soul while in the drug world and the loyalty of friendship. The riveting performance of Robert Downey, Jr, who coincidentally won an Oscar nomination for his portrayal of Charlie Chaplin, was convincing as a spoiled rich kid gone bad.. why does that sound familiar ?!? James Spader was almost as intriguing as the pimp/drug dealer who was as cold as dry ice ! Andrew McCarthy however, seemed to be drowned by his supporting cast but has proved to be a beloved actor in his roles in "Pretty in Pink & St. Elmo's Fire ! Overall, I think that this movie started fans to really look at these fine actors as serious player's in the 1990's. I highly recommend having this in your collection !