Never Die Alone Synopsis & Summary

Synopsis

From a script from first-time scribe James Gibson comes this filmed adaptation of ex-gangster Donald Goines' 1974 novel Never Die Alone. Directed by Ernest R. Dickerson (Juice, Bones), the films stars David Arquette as Paul Pawlowski, a reporter who takes an interest in gang kingpin King David, played by rapper/actor DMX. When King David is killed, Pawlowski happens upon the criminal's journal and envelops himself in his story. From there, the rise and fall of King David is covered in flashbacks as Pawlowski makes his way through the diary. Aisha Tyler and Jennifer Sky co-star. - Matthew Tobey, All Movie Guide

Movie Info

Theatrical Release Date:
03/26/2004
DVD Release Date:
07/13/2004
Rating:
R
MPAA Reasons:
for strong violence, drug use, sexuality and language.
Run Time:
82 min.
Distributor(s):
Sony
Director(s):
Themes:
Drug Trade, Rise and Fall Stories, Members of the Press, Street Gangs
Tone:
Forceful, Gritty, Menacing, Tense
Keywords:
diary, fall [downfall], gangster, journal, kingpin, murder, reporter
Country of Origin:
USA (03-26-2004)
Language:
English
Status:
DVD