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The Living End (1992) | Criteria

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The Living End

English • 1992 • 1h 25m

This film is not currently available on the Criterion Channel

Director

Crime Drama Romance

Synopsis

Two HIV-positive young men — a semi-employed film critic and a hot hustler — tear off on a cross-country crime spree.

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Credits

Crew

DirectorGregg Araki

WriterGregg Araki

CinematographerGregg Araki

ComposerCole Coonce

EditorGregg Araki

ProducerJon Gerrans, Marcus Hu

Cast

Mike Dytrias Luke

Craig Gilmoreas Jon

Mark Finchas Doctor

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Additions: June 2020

Position 43

as Daisy

Johanna Wentas Fern

Darcy Martaas Darcy

Scott Goetzas Peter

Brett Vailas Ken

Nicole Dillenbergas Barbie

Stephen Holmanas 7-11 Couple

Magie Songas 7-11 Couple

Peter Laniganas Three Stooges

Jon Gerransas Three Stooges

Jack Kofmanas Three Stooges

Chris Mablias Melrose NeoNazi

Michael Nowas Tarzan

Michael Haynesas Jane

Peter Graméas Gus

Craig Leeas Ralphs Couple

Torie Chickeringas Ralphs Couple