Factotum (2005)
Release Year: 2005
Nation: France, Germany, Norway, Sweden, United States of America
Alternative Title: Фактотум, Factotum: Sem Destino, Factótum, Parakmi, Tótumfaktum, Factotum: A Man Who Performs Many Jobs
Director: Bent Hamer
Writer: Bent Hamer, Charles Bukowski, Jim Stark
Production & Genre
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Companies: Bulbul Films, Canal+, Celluloid Dreams, MBP (Germany)
Genre: Comedy, Comedy Film, Drama, Romance
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Keywords
Keywords: alcoholic, alcoholism, author, based on novel or book, beautiful woman, gambling, horse race, interview, liquor store, los angeles, california, norway, strip club, unemployment, writer
Story
Factotum tells the story of Hank Chinaski, the fictional alter-ego of author Charles Bukowski. The film follows Hank as he wanders around Los Angeles, trying to make a living through various jobs that don't interfere with his primary interest: writing. Throughout the narrative, Hank struggles with alcoholism and womanizing, which often lead him into trouble. Despite his challenges, he remains dedicated to his craft and continues to pursue a literary career.
Summary
Factotum is a 2005 drama directed by Bent Hamer, based on Charles Bukowski's novel of the same name. The film centers around Hank Chinaski, Bukowski's fictional alter-ego, as he navigates life in Los Angeles. Factotum explores themes of alcoholism, unemployment, and the struggle of an artist trying to maintain his passion amidst life's distractions. The movie is a co-production between France, Germany, Norway, Sweden, and the United States.
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