Fried Shoes Cooked Diamonds
Originally released in 1979. Fried Shoes Cooked Diamonds is a documentary film. directed by Costanzo Allione. At just 56 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Allen Ginsberg, Peter Orlovsky, and Timothy Leary
Synopsis
After World War II a group of young writers, outsiders and friends who were disillusioned by the pursuit of the American dream met in New York City. Associated through mutual friendships, these cultural dissidents looked for new ways and means to express themselves. Soon their writings found an audience and the American media took notice, dubbing them the Beat Generation. Members of this group included writers Jack Kerouac, William Burroughs, Allen Ginsberg. a trinity that would ultimately influence the works of others during that era, including the "hippie" movement of the '60s. In this 55-minute video narrated by Allen Ginsberg, members of the Beat Generation (including the aforementioned Burroughs, Anne Waldman, Peter Orlovsky, Amiri Baraka, Diane Di Prima, and Timothy Leary) are reunited at Naropa University in Boulder, CO during the late 1970's to share their works and influence a new generation of young American bohemians.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 1, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
0h 56m
56 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (2 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fried Shoes Cooked Diamonds about?
After World War II a group of young writers, outsiders and friends who were disillusioned by the pursuit of the American dream met in New York City. Associated through mutual friendships, these cul...
Who directed Fried Shoes Cooked Diamonds?
Fried Shoes Cooked Diamonds was directed by Costanzo Allione.
How long is Fried Shoes Cooked Diamonds?
Fried Shoes Cooked Diamonds has a runtime of 0 hours and 56 minutes (56 minutes total).
When was Fried Shoes Cooked Diamonds released?
Fried Shoes Cooked Diamonds was released on October 1, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Fried Shoes Cooked Diamonds?
The main cast of Fried Shoes Cooked Diamonds includes Allen Ginsberg, Peter Orlovsky, Timothy Leary, Amiri Baraka, Gregory Corso.