Drinking Games (1998)
A comedy about friendship, suicide and ice cold beer.
Grab a six-pack, gather your closest friends and settle in for a night of solace and cheer-and of course, a few Drinking Games. Joseph Lawson's critically acclaimed debut film centers on six friends in Portland, Oregon, who come together following the funeral of one of their best friends. Packed with many laughs and moments of touching sincerity, the night unfolds through a series of odd visitors, unusual conversations and anything to keep their minds off the pain and remorse that haunt them.
Director: Joseph Lawson
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 94 min
Release Date: June 23, 1998
Cast
- Christian Leffler - Noah
- Dinah Leffert - Whitney
- Geoffrey Smith - Scott
- Brian Anthony - JC
- Melanie Holmes - Heather
- Andrea White - Alex
- Gina Gian - Chelsea
- Jason Frazier
Screenplay
Editing: Ivan Ladizinsky
Production: Village Idiot Playhouse Productions
Country: United States of America
Original Language: en
Themes
Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Reflections on Life and Death, Nostalgic Memories and the Past
Keywords
suicide, secret love, funeral, masturbation, 1990s, generation-x, flying debris, seeking love
More Films by Director: Joseph Lawson
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Drinking Games about?
- Grab a six-pack, gather your closest friends and settle in for a night of solace and cheer-and of course, a few Drinking Games. Joseph Lawson's critically acclaimed debut film centers on six friends in Portland, Oregon, who come together following the funeral of one of their best friends. Packed with many laughs and moments of touching sincerity, the night unfolds through a series of odd visitors, unusual conversations and anything to keep their minds off the pain and remorse that haunt them.
- Who directed Drinking Games?
- Drinking Games was directed by Joseph Lawson.
- Who stars in Drinking Games?
- Drinking Games stars Christian Leffler, Dinah Leffert, Geoffrey Smith, Brian Anthony, Melanie Holmes, Andrea White.
- How long is Drinking Games?
- Drinking Games has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
- What genre is Drinking Games?
- Drinking Games is a Drama film.
- Where was Drinking Games produced?
- Drinking Games was produced in United States of America.
- What are the themes of Drinking Games?
- The themes of Drinking Games include: Suicidal Thoughts and Despair, Reflections on Life and Death, Nostalgic Memories and the Past.