5.7The Boost · 1988
The Boost (1988) is a Drama / Romance film directed by Harold Becker, starring James Woods, Sean Young, John Kapelos.
DramaRomance
5.7Overview
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".
Cast
James Woods, Sean Young, John Kapelos, Steven Hill, Kelle Kerr, John Rothman, Amanda Blake, Grace Zabriskie
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What is "The Boost" about?
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".
When was "The Boost" released?
The Boost was released in 1988.
Who stars in "The Boost"?
The cast includes James Woods, Sean Young, John Kapelos, Steven Hill.
