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Five Ways to Kill Yourself (1987)
Director: Gus Van Sant
Cast: Michael Parker, Gus Van Sant
Runtime7 min
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Gus Van Sant, dissatisfied professionally, counts five ways to end his life. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2016.
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Five Ways to Kill Yourself is a 1987 comedy film directed by Gus Van Sant. Although not widely seen upon its initial release, the film has since gained a cult following and is considered an important early work in Van Sant's acclaimed filmography. The Academy Film Archive preserved the film in 2016, further solidifying its status as a noteworthy contribution to independent cinema.
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Film fans who appreciate Gus Van Sant's offbeat and unconventional style will find much to enjoy in this 1987 dark comedy. With Van Sant himself in the lead role, the film offers a unique and wryly humorous exploration of existential themes and the filmmaker's own creative dissatisfaction.