Down by Law (1986) 7.7
The story of three different men in a Louisiana prison and their eventual journey. Director:Jim JarmuschWriter:Jim Jarmusch |
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Down by Law (1986) 7.7
The story of three different men in a Louisiana prison and their eventual journey. Director:Jim JarmuschWriter:Jim Jarmusch |
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Jack
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| Nicoletta Braschi | ... |
Nicoletta
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Billie Neal | ... |
Bobbie
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Rockets Redglare | ... |
Gig
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Preston
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Timothea | ... |
Julie
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L.C. Drane | ... |
L.C.
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Joy N. Houck Jr. | ... |
Detective Mandino
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Carrie Lindsoe | ... |
Young Girl
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Ralph Joseph | ... |
Detective
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Richard Boes | ... |
Detective
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Dave Petitjean | ... |
Cajun Detective
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DJ Zack and pimp Jack end up in prison for being too laid-back to avoid being framed for crimes they didn't commit. They end up sharing a cell with eccentric Italian optimist Roberto, whose limited command of the English language is both entertaining and infuriating -but rather more useful to them is the fact that Roberto knows an escape route Written by Michael Brooke <michael@everyman.demon.co.uk>
Down by Law is a film that has mesmerized me for years. The first time I saw it, it sunk into me like the smile from a homeless person. It told me something I should've already known.
I've heard people use the word "quirky", when drawing comparisons to a Jarmusch character, but, I like the phrase: "Spot On". He has captured man's fear within himself, and, the ability to hide that fear. It takes a director of great courage and knowledge of self to pull that one off without boring you.
If you're a fan of Joel Schumaucher or James Cameron, this is not the film for you. But if your a fan of people, and, the human condition, the mirror reflects back, 2 hours at a time, and Jarmusch is right behind it.