The Boost (1988)
R 23 Dec 1988 • Drama, Romance • 1h 35m
Lenny Brown moves to California to find his fortune in tax shelter investments. When the federal government changes the tax laws, poor Lenny finds himself $700,000 in hock with nowhere to turn. His friend, Joel, introduces him to cocaine to give Lenny that needed "boost". What ensues next is a descent into drug addiction and insanity as Lenny tries to regain control of his life, all the while needing that extra "boost".
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Language:
English
Awards:
1 nomination
Country:
United States
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Box Office Total:
$784,990