27 Apr 1944
Gambler's Choice
The professional gambler Ross Hadley is the owner of a posh gaming establishment in the heart of New York...
Factotum
What matters most is how well you walk through the fire
This drama centers on Hank Chinaski, the fictional alter-ego of "Factotum" author Charles Bukowski, who wanders around Los Angeles, CA trying to live off jobs which don't interfere with his primary interest, which is writing. Along the way, he fends off the distractions offered by women, drinking and gambling.
Top Billed Cast
Matt Dillon Henry Chinaski
Lili Taylor Jan
Marisa Tomei Laura
Fisher Stevens Manny
Didier Flamand Pierre
Adrienne Shelly Jerry
Karen Young Grace
Thomas Lyons Tony Endicott
Dean Brewington Old Black Man
James Cada Bald Man
James Michael Detmar Smithson
Kurt Schweickhardt Ice Plant Supervisor
Dee Noah Hank's Mother
James Noah Hank's Father
Michael Egan Taxi Office Clerk
Terry Hempleman Superintendant Barnes
Emily Hynnek Stripper
Wayne Morton Mantz
Tony Papenfuss John Handler
Lana Schwab Mrs. Adams
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