The Beatniks

The Beatniks (1960)

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Learn the grim truth about the lifestyles of those colorful beatniks in this exploitation drama that tells the story of a naive aspiring performer who meets an agent who promises to make him a star. Unfortunately, when the young man's friend murders someone, his dreams are shattered. ~ Sandra… More

Unrated,
Directed By
Genres
Drama, Classics
In Theaters
Dec 31, 1960 Wide

Critic Reviews

  • Dennis Schwartz, Ozus' World Movie Reviews

    A shrill take on small-time thugs here mistakenly called beatniks.

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  • AJ V


    This movie shows the problems of having bad friends who wont stop hanging around. The main character is annoyed with them and so is the audience. The movie is pretty good, but it's predictable, it could have been better.

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