Release Date: August 15th, 2003
DVD Release Date: February 3rd, 2004
R|1 hr 40 min
Plot Summary
Underground comic book writer Harvey Pekar, portrayed by Paul Giamatti but also appearing as himself, is the subject of this inventive biopic. Much of the film focuses on the eccentric Pekar's day-to-day life in Cleveland, particularly his relationship with his patient wife, Joyce Brabner (played by Hope Davis and also appearing as herself). As Pekar's musings are brought to the screen in this unique and engaging production, the movie playfully incorporates comic book-like panels.
Cast: Paul Giamatti, Harvey Pekar, Shari Springer Berman, Earl Billings, James Urbaniak, Judah Friedlander, Robert Pulcini, Toby Radloff
Director: Shari Springer Berman, Robert Pulcini
Genres: Comedy drama, Biography
Production Co: HBO Films, Good Machine
Distributors: Fine Line Features
Keywords: Engaging, Underdog, Friend, Playful, 1980s, Love, 1990s, Wife, 2000s
