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High Life (2009)

 -  Comedy | Crime  -  16 March 2010 (USA)
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Four hapless junkies plan to rob a bank.

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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Stephen Eric McIntyre ...
Bug
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Dick
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Billy
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Strung Out Doctor
Steve Ratzlaff ...
Prison Guard
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Jeremy
Ernesto Griffith ...
Ken
Kelly Wolfman ...
Lynn
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Jamie
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Addict #1
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Addict #2
Susan Kelso ...
Addict #3
Harry Nelken ...
Addict #4
Tracy Beemer ...
Nurse (as Tracy McMahon)
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Storyline

It's 1983, and hopeless junkie Dick gets an unwelcome visit from the past - his seriously sleazy former cellmate, Bug, to be precise. Bug requires a crash course in the 80s: different music, different drugs, and machines in walls that dispense money. The latter development gives Dick an idea. Written by Anonymous

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junkie | bank | beating | blood | shootout | See more »

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The perfect crime... the not so-perfect team

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Rated R for drug use, pervasive language and some violence | See all certifications »

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When Billy is walking by the bank, a late-model Dodge Ram can be seen reflected in the window. The film is set in 1983. See more »

Quotes

Donnie: Dick...
Dick: What is it, Donnie?
Donnie: Uh, can I get a nickle?
Dick: Donnie, why are you asking me for...
Donnie: I don't have any money.
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References The Sound of Music (1965) See more »

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"Have You Ever Seen the Rain"
Performed by Creedence Clearwater Revival
Written by John Fogerty (as John C. Fogerty)
Published by Jondora Music (BMI)
Courtesy of Concord Music Group, Inc.
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Hilarious!
27 April 2011 | by (San Pedro, California) – See all my reviews

The only criticism of this movie, is that it left me wanting MORE. It is one of the most darkly hilarious drug user movies I have ever seen, and each character was unique and quirky. The dialog, rhythm and strange twists and turns of the plot were highly entertaining. I would like to see more work in future projects by all these talented actors, who worked so well together. Rossif Sutherland, as Billy, was sensational, and presented a fascinating characterization. Timothy Olyphant was a very believable drug abuser, roughing up his usual extremely handsome appearance, and provided a kind of heroic center. This is edgy, brilliant work!
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