Hunger (2001)

A sensitive writer from a small town faces spiritual crisis as he tries to make it as a Hollywood screenwriter. Charlie Pontus (Joseph Culp) wanders around Los Angeles torn between his efforts to sell a screenplay and find his next meal. His natural optimism keeps him afloat as he walks the tight-rope between his love for the beautiful, exotic Ylayali (Kathleen Luong) and his desperate connection to The Chief (Robert Culp), the Hollywood producer who has the power to give life or take it away. Stubbornly refusing to relinquish his principles, he sinks deeper and deeper into spiritual crisis, finally confronting God in a Jobian showdown.

Director: Maria Giese
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 82 min
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Screenplay

Music: Kazimir Boyle, Trevor Morris
Editing: Sam Citron
Budget: $10,000
Original Language: en

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More Films by Director: Maria Giese
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hunger about?
A sensitive writer from a small town faces spiritual crisis as he tries to make it as a Hollywood screenwriter. Charlie Pontus (Joseph Culp) wanders around Los Angeles torn between his efforts to sell a screenplay and find his next meal. His natural optimism keeps him afloat as he walks the tight-rope between his love for the beautiful, exotic Ylayali (Kathleen Luong) and his desperate connection to The Chief (Robert Culp), the Hollywood producer who has the power to give life or take it away. Stubbornly refusing to relinquish his principles, he sinks deeper and deeper into spiritual crisis, finally confronting God in a Jobian showdown.
Who directed Hunger?
Hunger was directed by Maria Giese.
Who stars in Hunger?
Hunger stars Joseph Culp, Robert Culp, Redmond Gleeson, Daniel Franklin, James Evans, Harold Cannon.
How long is Hunger?
Hunger has a runtime of 1h 22m (82 minutes).
What genre is Hunger?
Hunger is a Drama film.
What is the budget of Hunger?
Hunger had a budget of $10,000.