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Big Sur

  • 20132013
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  • 1h 21m
IMDb RATING
5.7/10
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Big Sur (2013)
 	A recounting of Jack Kerouac's (here known by the name of his fictional alter-ego Jack Duluoz) three sojourns to the cabin in Big Sur, owned by poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti.
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A recounting of Jack Kerouac's three sojourns to the cabin in Big Sur owned by his friend, poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti.A recounting of Jack Kerouac's three sojourns to the cabin in Big Sur owned by his friend, poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti.A recounting of Jack Kerouac's three sojourns to the cabin in Big Sur owned by his friend, poet Lawrence Ferlinghetti.

IMDb RATING
5.7/10
2K
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  • Director
    • Michael Polish
  • Writers
    • Michael Polish(screenplay)
    • Jack Kerouac(novel "Big Sur")
  • Stars
    • Jean-Marc Barr
    • Kate Bosworth
    • Josh Lucas
Top credits
  • Director
    • Michael Polish
  • Writers
    • Michael Polish(screenplay)
    • Jack Kerouac(novel "Big Sur")
  • Stars
    • Jean-Marc Barr
    • Kate Bosworth
    • Josh Lucas
  • See production, box office & company info
    • 15User reviews
    • 28Critic reviews
    • 49Metascore
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    • Awards
      • 3 nominations

    Videos2

    Theatrical Trailer
    Trailer 1:46
    Theatrical Trailer
    Festival Version
    Trailer 2:49
    Festival Version

    Photos27

    Jean-Marc Barr in Big Sur (2013)
    Kate Bosworth and Michael Polish at an event for Big Sur (2013)
    John Robinson at an event for Big Sur (2013)
    Kate Bosworth and Radha Mitchell at an event for Big Sur (2013)
    Jean-Marc Barr, Kate Bosworth, Radha Mitchell, and John Robinson at an event for Big Sur (2013)
    Big Sur (2013)
    Big Sur (2013)
    Stana Katic in Big Sur (2013)
    Kate Bosworth in Big Sur (2013)
    Kate Bosworth in Big Sur (2013)
    Jean-Marc Barr and Radha Mitchell in Big Sur (2013)
    Jean-Marc Barr in Big Sur (2013)

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    Jean-Marc Barr
    Jean-Marc Barr
    • Jack Kerouacas Jack Kerouac
    Kate Bosworth
    Kate Bosworth
    • Billieas Billie
    Josh Lucas
    Josh Lucas
    • Neal Cassadyas Neal Cassady
    Radha Mitchell
    Radha Mitchell
    • Carolyn Cassadyas Carolyn Cassady
    Anthony Edwards
    Anthony Edwards
    • Lawrence Ferlinghettias Lawrence Ferlinghetti
    Balthazar Getty
    Balthazar Getty
    • Michael McClureas Michael McClure
    Patrick Fischler
    Patrick Fischler
    • Lew Welchas Lew Welch
    Stana Katic
    Stana Katic
    • Lenoraas Lenora
    Henry Thomas
    Henry Thomas
    • Philip Whalenas Philip Whalen
    John Robinson
    John Robinson
    • Paul Smithas Paul Smith
    Jasper Polish
    Jasper Polish
    • Vulture Girlas Vulture Girl
    Vanessa Ross
    Vanessa Ross
    • Lady Diningas Lady Dining
    Richard Conti
    Richard Conti
    • Cabbieas Cabbie
    Natasha Goss
    Natasha Goss
    • Party Girlas Party Girl
    Jeffrey T Ferguson
    Jeffrey T Ferguson
    • Bar Patronas Bar Patron
    Deanna Marks
    • Wifeas Wife
    Shelby Lyon
    Shelby Lyon
    • Emily Cassadyas Emily Cassady
    Katrina Sherwood
    Katrina Sherwood
    • Wifeyas Wifey
    • Director
      • Michael Polish
    • Writers
      • Michael Polish(screenplay)
      • Jack Kerouac(novel "Big Sur")
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    Storyline

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    Sudden fame and a self-destructive lifestyle were taking a toll on Jack Kerouac's mind and body following the unparalleled success of the groundbreaking novel, On The Road. Once the handsome literary maverick and hero of the Beat Generation, Kerouac now sees only a vestige of his former self, ravaged by alcohol and drugs, aged beyond his years and tormented by self-doubt. Questioning his talent, his faith, and his mortality, Kerouac leaves New York for California, on a quest for redemption at an isolated, fog-banked cabin in the primitive landscape of the Big Sur woods. What ensues in those fateful 3 weeks of August, 1960, is both terrifying and revelatory. While Kerouac is able to find beauty and elation in his surroundings, the dichotomy of his psyche renders him unable to face his demons alone. He sets off on a visceral collision course of paranoia, sex, delirium tremens, misery and madness. His desperation culminates in an intense, hallucinatory breakdown, but the duality of his nature (again) comes into play and he emerges from his dark place - however fleeting - with a modicum of peace and optimism. —Anonymous
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    • Taglines
      • Some souls never stop searching.
    • Genres
      • Drama
      • Romance
    • Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
      • Rated R for some sexuality, nudity and language
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    • Trivia
      Prologue: "... all over America high school and college kids thinking Jack Kerouac is 26 years old and on the road all the time hitch hiking... While there I am almost 40 years old, bored and jaded... " - Big Sur - Jack Kerouac
    • Goofs
      When Jack is traveling in the car talking about alcohol you can see modern vehicles instead of 1950's cars.
    • Quotes

      Jack Kerouac: A man needs truth like a machine needs oil.

    • Connections
      Featured in Chelsea Lately: Episode #7.164 (2013)
    • Soundtracks
      Tiger Rag
      Performed by Charlie Parker

      Written by Nick LaRocca, Edwin B. Edwards, Henry Ragas, Tony Sbarbaro, and Larry Shields (aka The Original Dixieland Jazz Band)

      Courtesy of ESP-Disk', Ltd

      By Arrangement with Fine Gold Music

    User reviews15

    Review
    Top review
    5/10
    A small slice of life
    If you're fascinated with Kerouac, the Beats, or the era, you may enjoy this picture. Everything is solid, but we're not given music as viewers to digest. Stuff happens, and more stuff happens. Is there a conclusion? Maybe there doesn't need to be.
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    Details

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    • Release date
      • November 1, 2013 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Биг-Сюр
    • Filming locations
      • Big Sur, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • 3311 Productions
      • Troy Entertainment
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $37,466
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $16,835
      • Nov 3, 2013
    • Gross worldwide
      • $37,466
    See detailed box office info on IMDbPro

    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 21 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 2.35 : 1

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