The Basketball Diaries
The true story of the death of innocence and the birth of an artist.
Overview
A high school basketball player’s life turns upside down after free-falling into the harrowing world of drug addiction.
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What makes this movie Worth Watching
Released in 1995, The Basketball Diaries serves as a critique of the societal issues faced by urban youth during the late 20th century, such as substance abuse and the disillusionment of the American Dream.
- Offers a compelling portrayal of Jim Carroll's life as a troubled teenage basketball prodigy turned drug-addicted poet.
- Leonardo DiCaprio delivers an exceptional performance that earned him his first Academy Award nomination.
- The movie explores raw and honest themes of addiction, self-destruction, and the search for identity.
- Features a unique blend of sports drama, biography, and gritty realism.
Fun Facts
- The movie is based on Jim Carroll's memoir of the same name, which was published in 1978.
- Mark Wahlberg originally auditioned for the lead role before Leonardo DiCaprio was cast.
- The basketball scenes were filmed at St. John's University in New York City.
Available Languages
English
US
Title:
"The true story of the death of innocence and the birth of an artist."
Deutsch
DE
Title: Jim Carroll - In den Straßen von New York
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Italiano
IT
Title: Ritorno dal nulla
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Français
FR
Title: Basketball Diaries
"L'histoire vraie de Jim Caroll, écrivain, musicien, légende vivante de New York."
Magyar
HU
Title: Egy kosaras naplója
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Nederlands
NL
Title:
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The Basketball Diaries (1995) Official Trailer - Leonardo DiCaprio Movie HD