Total Film
Though friendly and humorous in his jaunty nautical cap, Steadman seems reluctant to give much away about his private life.
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For No Good Reason
A look at the work of British cartoonist Ralph Steadman - frequently associated with Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson, for his anarchic illustrations in such books as Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas. Johnny Depp acts as narrator and interlocutor.
2012Rating: M, Mature themes, drug references and coarse language89 minsUK, USA
Documentary
- Director:
- Charlie Paul (feature debut)
- Cast:
- Johnny DeppRalph SteadmanHunter S. ThompsonTerry GilliamRichard E. GrantJann WennerTim Robbins
For No Good Reason / Reviews
Time Out
When a documentary feels the urge to shout about its celebrity cast with a lengthy, elaborate opening-credits sequence, could it be making up for shortcomings elsewhere?
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Even if we don't quite get to know the man, the visionary violence of Steadman's acid pen emerges to vivid effect.
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The Dissolve
An absolute mess from start to finish, a portrait of an artist that's almost rendered redundant by his art
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Sydney Morning Herald
It's satisfying that the film exists, as an overdue tribute to an artist who can be appreciated even by those with limited patience for Thompson's posturing prose.
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FilmInk
Despite intending to expand upon Steadman's output and impact, the documentary boils the importance of his oeuvre down to the obvious.
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