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Howl

Howl

The Obscenity Trial That Started a Revolution. The Poem That Rocked a Generation.

It's San Francisco in 1957, and an American masterpiece is put on trial. Howl, the film, recounts this dark moment using three interwoven threads: the tumultuous life events that led a young Allen Ginsberg to find his true voice as an artist, society's reaction (the obscenity trial), and mind-expanding animation that echoes the startling originality of the poem itself. All three coalesce in a genre-bending hybrid that brilliantly captures a pivotal moment-the birth of a counterculture.

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Movie Details

  • Original Title: Howl
  • Genres: Drama
  • Release Date: 2010-08-26
  • Runtime: 84 minutes
  • Rating: 6.463/10 (188 votes)
  • Budget: $5,000,000
  • Revenue: $1,183,258
  • Production Companies: Rabbit Bandini Productions, Werc Werk Works, Oscilloscope
  • Status: Released
  • Popularity: 1.3123
  • Languages: English

Cast & Crew

James Franco

James Franco

as Allen Ginsberg

Todd Rotondi

Todd Rotondi

as Jack Kerouac

Jon Prescott

Jon Prescott

as Neal Cassady

Aaron Tveit

Aaron Tveit

as Peter Orlovsky

David Strathairn

David Strathairn

as Ralph McIntosh

Jon Hamm

Jon Hamm

as Jake Ehrlich

Andrew Rogers

Andrew Rogers

as Lawrence Ferlinghetti

Bob Balaban

Bob Balaban

as Judge Clayton Horn

Mary-Louise Parker

Mary-Louise Parker

as Gail Potter

Treat Williams

Treat Williams

as Mark Schorer

Gallery

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Trailers & Clips

Official Theatrical Trailer

External Links

Keywords

freedompoetryliteraturepsychiatric hospitalmale homosexualitycounter-culture1950sgay theme

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Howl?

Howl is a Drama movie directed by . It was released on 2010-08-26.

Who are the main actors in Howl?

The main cast includes James Franco, Todd Rotondi, Jon Prescott, Aaron Tveit, David Strathairn, .

Where can I watch Howl online?

You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if Howl is available.

Is Howl based on a true story?

The Obscenity Trial That Started a Revolution. The Poem That Rocked a Generation.

What is the IMDb rating of Howl?

Howl has an IMDb rating of 6.463/10 based on 188 votes.

What is the budget and revenue of Howl?

The movie had a production budget of $5,000,000 and earned $1,183,258 at the box office.

Who composed the soundtrack for Howl?

The soundtrack was composed by Rabbit Bandini Productions, Werc Werk Works, Oscilloscope. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.

Where was Howl filmed?

Howl was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.

How long is Howl?

The total runtime of Howl is 84 minutes.

Is Howl suitable for kids?

The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.

Will there be a sequel to Howl?

There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to Howl.

Does Howl have a post-credit scene?

Some movies include post-credit scenes. Stay till the end to find out!

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