Slacker
Drama • R • 1990 • 1 hr 37 min
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A foundational film for me. The hilarious meandering frees the mind from plot and opens you to other important elements of real film.
I loved this movie. Linklater really knows how to write dialogue.
The origins of Richard Linklater's largely dialogue based, philosophy abundant style. A spiritual predecessor to Waking Life.
Only good because of what Linklater did after…I was too freaking old to watch this for the first time… were all 20 year olds so pretentious?
This movie leads to conversation. It works best as background noise with friends because it's ultimately nothing of substance. Good dialogue
Great slice-of-life series of vignettes taking place in Austin, realistic glimpse into characters’ lives
Experimental ideas with a slacking, meandering plot. A very Austin film & in hindsight, the obvious introduction of a great modern filmmaker
I adore Slacker because it feels like something that isn't out of reach for an aspiring creator. An indie darling that remains effective.
It's hard to put into words how much I love this film. Not only is it a great experience but it influenced many of my favorite directors
Every single commodity you produce is a piece of your own death!
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