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The Japanese Sandman (2008)

Movie ★ 5.0 12 min

At once wryly comedic travelogue and heartbreaking tale of love lost, THE JAPANESE SANDMAN is a visual interpretation of a letter William Burroughs' wrote to Allen Ginsberg in 1953, recounting his travels in Central America. Told through Burroughs' wickedly incisive voice, cocaine snorting in Panama and post-prom hand-jobs in 1931 St. Louis become a meditation on loss, memory and the human condition.

Ed Buhr Director William S. Burroughs Writer

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Quick facts

Released
June 15, 2008
Runtime
12 min
IMDb
tt1377311

Cast

John Fleck John Fleck William S. Burroughs Stephen Twardokus Stephen Twardokus Amy O'Neill Mom & Officer's Wife

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Japanese Sandman about?
At once wryly comedic travelogue and heartbreaking tale of love lost, THE JAPANESE SANDMAN is a visual interpretation of a letter William Burroughs' wrote to Allen Ginsberg in 1953, recounting his travels in Central America. Told through Burroughs' wickedly incisive voice, cocaine snorting in Panama and post-prom hand-jobs in 1931 St. Louis become a meditation on loss, memory and the human condition.
Who directed The Japanese Sandman?
The Japanese Sandman was directed by Ed Buhr.
Who stars in The Japanese Sandman?
The Japanese Sandman stars John Fleck, Stephen Twardokus, Amy O'Neill.
When was The Japanese Sandman released?
The Japanese Sandman is a 2008 film.
Where can I watch The Japanese Sandman?
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