Rockets Redglare!
Originally released in 2003. Rockets Redglare! is a documentary film. directed by Luis Fernandez de la Reguera. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rockets Redglare, Willem Dafoe, and Jim Jarmusch
Synopsis
A portrait of Rockets Redglare, the morbidly obese fixture of New York's underground until his death in 2001. Rockets was the sometimes bodyguard/drug dealer of Sid Vicious and Jean Michel Basquiat, as well as a talented stand-up comic and character actor who left his indelible mark wherever he went. This film chronicles Rockets' last days, hunting for methadone in Puerto Rico and telling stories from his past.
Quick Facts
Release Date
May 2, 2003
22 years ago
Runtime
1h 29m
89 minutes total
User Rating
6.0/10
Good (1 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rockets Redglare! about?
A portrait of Rockets Redglare, the morbidly obese fixture of New York's underground until his death in 2001. Rockets was the sometimes bodyguard/drug dealer of Sid Vicious and Jean Michel Basquiat...
Who directed Rockets Redglare!?
Rockets Redglare! was directed by Luis Fernandez de la Reguera.
How long is Rockets Redglare!?
Rockets Redglare! has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).
When was Rockets Redglare! released?
Rockets Redglare! was released on May 2, 2003 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Rockets Redglare!?
The main cast of Rockets Redglare! includes Rockets Redglare, Willem Dafoe, Jim Jarmusch, Steve Buscemi, Matt Dillon.