The Rum Diary
"One part outrage. One part justice. Three parts rum. Mix well."
Originally released in 2011. The Rum Diary is a comedy/drama film. directed by Bruce Robinson. With a runtime of 2h 0m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Johnny Depp, Amber Heard, and Aaron Eckhart
Synopsis
Tired of the noise and madness of New York and the crushing conventions of late Eisenhower-era America, itinerant journalist Paul Kemp travels to the pristine island of Puerto Rico to write for a local San Juan newspaper run by the downtrodden editor Lotterman. Adopting the rum-soaked lifestyle of the late ‘50s version of Hemingway’s 'The Lost Generation', Paul soon becomes entangled with a very attractive American woman and her fiancée, a businessman involved in shady property development deals. It is within this world that Kemp ultimately discovers his true voice as a writer and integrity as a man.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 13, 2011
14 years ago
Runtime
2h 0m
120 minutes total
User Rating
5.9/10
Mixed (1,289 votes)
Budget
$45M
Production budget
Box Office
$24M
0.5x return
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
+ 1 more
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $45,000,000
- Revenue
- $24,000,000
Production Companies
- FilmEngine
- GK Films
- Infinitum Nihil
- FilmDistrict
- Mandate International
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Rum Diary about?
Tired of the noise and madness of New York and the crushing conventions of late Eisenhower-era America, itinerant journalist Paul Kemp travels to the pristine island of Puerto Rico to write for a l...
Who directed The Rum Diary?
The Rum Diary was directed by Bruce Robinson.
How long is The Rum Diary?
The Rum Diary has a runtime of 2 hours and 0 minutes (120 minutes total).
When was The Rum Diary released?
The Rum Diary was released on October 13, 2011 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Rum Diary?
The main cast of The Rum Diary includes Johnny Depp, Amber Heard, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Rispoli, Giovanni Ribisi.
Is The Rum Diary worth watching?
The Rum Diary has a user rating of 5.9/10 based on 1,289 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.