About this movie
Lenny Brown moves to California to find his fortune in tax shelter investments. When the federal government changes the tax laws, poor Lenny finds himself $700,000 in hock with nowhere to turn. His friend, Joel, introduces him to cocaine to give Lenny that needed "boost". What ensues next is a descent into drug addiction and insanity as Lenny tries to regain control of his life, all the while needing that extra "boost".
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Quick facts
Year
1988
Runtime
1h 35m
TMDB Rating
⭐ 5.7/10
Votes
57
Genre
Drama, Romance
Director
Language
EN
Budget
$8.0M
Cast
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Questions about The Boost
How long is The Boost?
The Boost has a runtime of 1h 35m (1 hour and 35 minutes).
Who directed The Boost?
The Boost was directed by Harold Becker and released in 1988.
What genre is The Boost?
The Boost is a Drama, Romance film (1988).
Who stars in The Boost?
The cast of The Boost includes James Woods, Sean Young, John Kapelos, Steven Hill, Kelle Kerr.
What is the TMDB rating for The Boost?
The Boost has a TMDB rating of 5.7/10 based on 57 votes.
