The Basketball Diaries 1995

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The Basketball Diaries is a raw and powerful comingofage film that delves into the dark and gritty world of addiction and adolescent struggles. Leonardo DiCaprio delivers a stunning performance as Jim Carroll, a promising high school basketball player whose life takes a downward spiral into drug addiction and crime. The films unflinching portrayal of addiction and its consequences is both haunting and thoughtprovoking, leaving a lasting impact on the viewer.

The films strong performances, intense storytelling, and evocative direction by Scott Kalvert make The Basketball Diaries a compelling and unforgettable watch. Its a harrowing journey through the depths of despair and redemption, showcasing the destructive nature of addiction and the power of resilience. Overall, The Basketball Diaries is a gripping and poignant film that will resonate with audiences long after the credits roll.

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Jim Carroll

Jim's Mother

Chanting Woman

James Madio James Madio

Pedro

Patrick McGaw Patrick McGaw

Neutron

Roy Cooper Roy Cooper

Father McNulty

Vincent Pastore Vincent Pastore

Construction Worker

Swifty

Jimmy Papiris Jimmy Papiris

Iggy

Nick Gaetani Nick Gaetani

Referee #1

Alexander Chaplin Alexander Chaplin

Bobo

Ben Jorgensen Ben Jorgensen

Tommy

Counterman

Diane Moody

Akiko Ashley Akiko Ashley

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