Spun (2002)

A drug dealer introduces one of his customers, a 'speed freak', to the man who runs the meth lab. A crazy three-day adventure ensues.

Director:

Jonas Åkerlund

Writers:

Will De Los Santos (screenplay), Creighton Vero (screenplay)

Stars:

Jason Schwartzman, John Leguizamo, Patrick Fugit

2 nominations.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Jason Schwartzman	...	Ross
Mickey Rourke	...	The Cook
Brittany Murphy	...	Nikki
John Leguizamo	...	Spider Mike
Patrick Fugit	...	Frisbee
Mena Suvari	...	Cookie
Chloe Hunter	...	April Love
Elisa Bocanegra	...	Giggles
Julia Mendoza	...	La Sadgirl
China Chow	...	Escort
Nicholas Gonzalez	...	Angel
Debbie Harry	...	Neighbor (as Deborah Harry)
Josh Peck	...	Fat Boy
Charlotte Ayanna	...	Amy
Eric Roberts	...	The Man

Storyline

A drug dealer introduces one of his customers, a 'speed freak', to the man who runs the meth lab. A crazy three-day adventure ensues.

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Plot Keywords:

male nudity | nudity | male objectification | black comedy | meth | 

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Taglines:

the ultimate speed freak's tale.

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Genres:

Comedy | Crime | Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for pervasive drug content, strong sexuality, language and some violence

Details

Official Sites:

Brink Films- (us)

Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

7 February 2003 (Norway)

Also Known As:

The Cook

Filming Locations:

Circus Liquor - 5600 Vineland Avenue, North Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$2,000,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$15,160, 16 March 2003, Limited Release

Gross USA:

$410,241, 18 May 2003

Company Credits

Production Co:

Muse Productions, Brink Films, Little Magic Films

Technical Specs

Runtime:

101 min 106 min

Sound Mix:

Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

There are 20 producer/ co-producer credits.

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Goofs

When April is tied up, before Ross leaves the first time, the blood on her nose is inconsistent between cuts.

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Quotes

Ross: You guys should *really* open a window in here.

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Crazy Credits

In the Opening Credits, Each character has his or her own logo

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Connections

Referenced in A Question to Asclepios (2004)

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Soundtracks

Instant Repeater 99
(by Karl Gustafsson (as Karl Åke Gustafsson), Martin Hederos, Ebbot Lundberg (as Torbjörn Lundberg),
Björn Olsson, Christian Person, Fredrick Sandsten (as Frederik Sandsten))
Performed by Soundtrack of Our Lives
By Arrangement with Warner Music Sweden / Warner Strategic Marketing UK
Used by kind permission of Universal Music Publishing Ltd

User Reviews

Tie me off and shoot.....

In the genre of "drug films" this one has to be, in my opinion, one of the best. The aesthetics and dynamics are spot on. The gritty, filthy and discordant atmosphere encrusted around the typical meth-head's life looks and feels like the real deal here. John Leguizamo and Mena Suvari are dead on in their portrayals of two dysfunctional people in a relationship mixed with sex, love and drugs (or more appropriately, love FOR drugs). Mickey Rourke's character conveys a menacing presence delivered through the actor's characteristic cool and laid back style. Of course Brittany Murphy's character is a continuous delight and pleasure to behold in every way. Even the police presence is entertaining.

The whole package gives the feel of being right there. Not to mention a "healthy dose" of delusional hallucinations for you to chew on in between heart palpitations. If you're looking for a great "druggie" film with a strong comedic undertone, I guarantee you'll get your fix with this one.