Shakes the Clown

Name: Shakes the Clown
Director: Bobcat Goldthwait
Genre: Comedy, Crime, Drama
Released: 1991-01-01
Duration: 87 min
Rating: 5.4
Cast: Bobcat Goldthwait, Julie Brown, Adam Sandler, Blake Clark, Tom Kenny

1991Dir. Bobcat Goldthwait1h 27m

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Runtime1h 27m

Released1991

Budget$1.4M

Box office$115K

DirectorBobcat Goldthwait

About This Movie

So, 'Shakes the Clown' is quite the quirky piece from 1991, directed by Bobcat Goldthwait. It dives into the darker side of being a clown, which isn't something you see every day. The pacing has this erratic vibe that mirrors Shakes' drunken escapades; it feels almost chaotic at times but works for the story. You get a mix of comedy and crime, layered with some serious moments that make you think about the life choices of these characters. The performances are raw, especially Goldthwait as Shakes, who's both tragic and absurd. Plus, the practical effects are kind of low-key but add to that gritty clown world. It's a unique look at depression and the absurdity of life in a way that really sticks with you.

Bobcat Goldthwait's directorial debut.A unique blend of humor and darkness.Explores themes of addiction and isolation.