Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough (2007)

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This powerful film documents the hardships, tragedy and loss suffered by the prolific Southern writer and novelist Harry Crews. Interviewed by artist and filmmaker Tyler Turkle, Crews’ state of mind is revealed in a rapid-fire and startling narrative of emotional and physical pain and suffering. From his home in Gainesville, Florida, Crews provides details of his near fatal childhood coupled with stark tales of his adult alcoholism and drug abuse and the tragic, accidental drowning of his first born son. Throughout, Crews remains as tough as nails in his delivery of personal experiences and exploits which he sums up by quoting Mark Twain: “I have reached the age of seventy by strictly following a regimen that would have killed anybody else.”

Director: Tyler Turkle
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 30 min
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Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en

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More Films by Director: Tyler Turkle
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough about?
This powerful film documents the hardships, tragedy and loss suffered by the prolific Southern writer and novelist Harry Crews. Interviewed by artist and filmmaker Tyler Turkle, Crews’ state of mind is revealed in a rapid-fire and startling narrative of emotional and physical pain and suffering. From his home in Gainesville, Florida, Crews provides details of his near fatal childhood coupled with stark tales of his adult alcoholism and drug abuse and the tragic, accidental drowning of his first born son. Throughout, Crews remains as tough as nails in his delivery of personal experiences and exploits which he sums up by quoting Mark Twain: “I have reached the age of seventy by strictly following a regimen that would have killed anybody else.”
Who directed Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough?
Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough was directed by Tyler Turkle.
Who stars in Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough?
Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough stars Harry Crews.
How long is Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough?
Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough has a runtime of 30m (30 minutes).
What genre is Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough?
Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough is a Documentary film.
Where was Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough produced?
Harry Crews: Survival Is Triumph Enough was produced in United States of America.