Movie "The Basketball Diaries" - DVD Movies Encyclopedia

Short description of the movie "The Basketball Diaries"

Film adaptation of street tough Jim Carroll's epistle about his kaleidoscopic free fall into the harrowing world of drug addiction. As a member of a seemingly unbeatable high school basketball squad, Jim's life centers around the basketball court and the court becomes a metaphor for the world in his mind. A best friend who is dying of leukemia, a coach ("Swifty") who takes unacceptable liberties with the boys on his team, teenage sexual angst, and an unhealthy appetite for heroin — all of these begin to encroach on young Jim's dream of becoming a basketball star. Soon, the dark streets of New York become a refuge from his mother's mounting concern for her son. He can't go home and his only escape from the reality of the streets is heroin for which he steals, robs and prostitutes himself. Only with the help of Reggie, an older neighborhood friend with whom Jim "picked up a game" now and then, is he able to begin the long journey back to sanity.

Starring actors in "The Basketball Diaries" movie:

Leonardo DiCaprio as a character Jim Carroll Leonardo DiCaprio also starred in the next movies: "Gangs of New York" in a role of Amsterdam Vallon; "Catch Me If You Can" in a role of Frank Abagnale Jr.; "The Aviator" in a role of Howard Hughes; "The Departed" in a role of Billy Costigan; "The Man in the Iron Mask" in a role of King Louis XIV/Philippe; "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" in a role of Arnie Grape; "Romeo + Juliet" in a role of Romeo; "Blood Diamond" in a role of Danny Archer; "Titanic" in a role of Jack Dawson; "Body of Lies" in a role of Roger Ferris; "Revolutionary Road" in a role of Frank Wheeler; "The Beach" in a role of Richard; "Shutter Island" in a role of Teddy Daniels;

Lorraine Bracco as a character Jim's Mother Lorraine Bracco also starred in the next movies: "Riding in Cars with Boys"; "Hackers" in a role of Margo; "Goodfellas" in a role of Karen Hill; "Radio Flyer" in a role of Mary;

Marilyn Sokol as a character Chanting Woman Marilyn Sokol starred only in the movie "The Basketball Diaries"

James Madio as a character Pedro James Madio also starred in the next movies: "Dough Boys" in a role of Kelly; "West of Brooklyn" in a role of Jimmy Boy;

Patrick McGaw as a character Neutron Patrick McGaw starred only in the movie "The Basketball Diaries"

Mark Wahlberg as a character Mickey Mark Wahlberg also starred in the next movies: "Invincible" in a role of Vince Papale; "The Italian Job" in a role of Charlie Croker; "Planet of the Apes" in a role of Captain Leo Davidson; "I Heart Huckabees" in a role of Tommy Corn; "Three Kings" in a role of Sfc. Troy Barlow; "The Perfect Storm" in a role of Bobby Shatford; "The Departed" in a role of Dignam; "The Big Hit" in a role of Melvin Smiley; "The Corruptor" in a role of Danny Wallace; "Boogie Nights" in a role of Eddie Adams/Dirk Diggler; "Shooter" in a role of Bob Lee Swagger; "Four Brothers" in a role of Bobby Mercer; "We Own the Night" in a role of Capt. Joseph 'Joe' Grusinsky; "The Happening" in a role of Elliot Moore; "MAX Payne" in a role of Max Payne; "Rock Star" in a role of Chris 'Izzy' Cole;

Roy Cooper as a character Father McNulty Roy Cooper also starred in the next movies: "HouseSitter" in a role of Winston Moseby;

Bruno Kirby as a character Swifty Bruno Kirby also starred in the next movies: "Stuart Little" in a role of Mr. Reginald 'Reggie' Stout; "Donnie Brasco" in a role of Nicky; "Flesh & Blood" in a role of Orbec; "Sleepers" in a role of Shakes' Father; "The Godfather: Part II" in a role of Young Clemenza (Peter); "When Harry Met Sally..." in a role of Jess; "This Is Spinal Tap" in a role of Tommy Pischedda; "We're No Angels" in a role of Deputy; "The Freshman" in a role of Victor Ray, Carmine's Nephew;

Jimmy Papiris as a character Iggy Jimmy Papiris starred only in the movie "The Basketball Diaries"

Nick Gaetani as a character Referee Nick Gaetani starred only in the movie "The Basketball Diaries"

Alexander Chaplin as a character Bobo Alexander Chaplin also starred in the next movies: "Shut Up and Sing aka Wedding Weekend" in a role of Ted; "Cop Dog aka Marlowe" in a role of Barry;

Ben Jorgensen as a character Tommy Ben Jorgensen starred only in the movie "The Basketball Diaries"

Josh Mostel as a character Counterman Josh Mostel also starred in the next movies: "The King of Marvin Gardens" in a role of Frank; "Big Daddy" in a role of Arthur Brooks; "Billy Madison" in a role of Principal Max Anderson; "The Money Pit" in a role of Jack Schnittman; "Sophie's Choice" in a role of Morris Fink; "Rounders" in a role of Zagosh; "State of Play" in a role of Pete;

Juliette Lewis as a character Diane Moody Juliette Lewis also starred in the next movies: "Old School"; "From Dusk Till Dawn" in a role of Kate Fuller; "Natural Born Killers" in a role of Mallory Knox; "Starsky & Hutch" in a role of Kitty; "Cold Creek Manor" in a role of Ruby; "Cape Fear" in a role of Danielle Bowden; "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" in a role of Becky; "Grilled" in a role of Suzanne; "My Stepmother Is an Alien" in a role of Lexie, Jessie's Friend #1; "Christmas Vacation" in a role of Audrey Griswold; "Catch and Release" in a role of Maureen; "Enough" in a role of Ginny; "Blueberry" in a role of Maria Sullivan; "Romeo Is Bleeding" in a role of Sheri; "The Way of the Gun" in a role of Robin; "Strange Days" in a role of Faith Justin; "Mixed Nuts" in a role of Gracie Barzini; "Metropia" in a role of Nina;

Michael Imperioli as a character Bobby Michael Imperioli also starred in the next movies: "Shark Tale" in a role of Frankie; "Bad Boys" in a role of Jojo; "Last Man Standing" in a role of Giorgio Carmonte; "The Five People You Meet in Heaven" in a role of Captain; "The Lovely Bones" in a role of Len Fenerman;