The true story of how George Jung (Johnny Depp) almost single-handedly created America's cocaine industry, rising from Boston's blue-collar suburbs to become multi-billion dollar trafficker for the Colombian cartels. Rather than working in construction like his father (Ray Liotta), George pursues his own version of the American dream and ends up losing everything that ever mattered to him. Directed byTed Demme. With Penélope Cruz, Franka Potente, Rachel Griffiths, Paul Reubens, Ethan Suplee, Jordi Mollà and Cliff Curtis. Categories: Biography, Crime, Drama, Based on a True Story. Year: 2001.
Max Perlich in Blow
Bob Hughes (Matt Dillon), along with his wife (Kelly Lynch) and their apprentices, Rick (James LeGros) and Nadine (Heather Graham), function as a family of addicts who rob pharmacies to fuel their ever-growing habits. When they're forced to take their show on the road after things get too hot at home, Nadine eventually overdoses. After that, Bob swears off drugs and tries to rebuild his life, but has to do so without his wife, who's determined to stay hooked. Directed by Gus Van Sant. With James Remar, Max Perlich and William S. Burroughs. Categories: Crime, Drama, Cult Classics. Year: 1989.
Max Perlich in Drugstore Cowboy