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The Bottom Line
The Bottom Line was the title of an ITV programme broadcast on Thursday evenings at 7.00 pm from November 1988. In the TV Times the show was listed as, "a fast-moving and entertaining consumer show with a difference." The presenters were Emma Freud, Danny Baker, Michael Wilson and Janice Long.
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Plot Summary
The film follows a young man named John who is on the run from the law and seeking refuge in Portland, Oregon. He becomes entangled with a group of people living on the fringes of society, including a trans woman named Kate. As John tries to survive and outrun his past, he navigates complex relationships and the harsh realities of urban life, all while grappling with his own identity and desires.
Critical Reception
The Bottom Line is a raw and unfltering look at marginalized individuals in urban America. While not as widely seen as Van Sant's later works, it garnered attention for its gritty realism and sensitive portrayal of its characters. Critics often highlighted its independent spirit and provocative themes.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its unvarnished depiction of societal outcasts.
Noted for its empathetic approach to complex characters.
Considered a significant early work by Gus Van Sant.
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Fun Fact
The film was shot on 16mm and features a raw, documentary-like aesthetic that became a hallmark of Gus Van Sant's early career.
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