Description:

Lenny Brown moves to California to find his fortune in tax shelter investments. When the federal government changes the tax laws, poor Lenny finds himself $700,000 in hock with nowhere to turn. His friend, Joel, introduces him to cocaine to give Lenny that needed "boost". What ensues next is a descent into drug addiction and insanity as Lenny tries to regain control of his life, all the while needing that extra "boost".

Directed By:

Harold Becker

Written By:

Ben Stein (book) (as Benjamin Stein), Darryl Ponicsan (screenplay)

Genres:

Drama, Romance

Release Date:

23 December 1988 (USA)

Language:

English

Runtime:

95 min

Origin/Country:

USA

Shooting Location:

Harbor Star Stage, San Pedro, Los Angeles, California, USA