The Beatniks

The Beatniks (1958)

Genres - Drama, Crime  |   Sub-Genres - Showbiz Drama  |   Release Date - May 31, 1960 (USA - Unknown)  |   Run Time - 78 min.  |   Countries - United States  |   MPAA Rating - NR
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Synopsis by Sandra Brennan

Learn the grim truth about the lifestyles of those colorful beatniks in this exploitation drama that tells the story of a naive aspiring performer who meets an agent who promises to make him a star. Unfortunately, when the young man's friend murders someone, his dreams are shattered.

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abuse, addiction, agent [representative], drugs, fame, fortune [wealth], killing, promise, songwriter, stars [celebrities]