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The Andy Warhol Story

1966·Movie
1h 6min
83
GreatGoodWatch score

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Immersive world, strong craft, emotionally cool.

Energy

Calm and low-key

Builds slowly, so the intensity comes in waves.

  • Tension6
  • Adrenaline2
  • Fast Pace2

Heart

Moving

  • Pathos7
  • Melancholy6
  • Nostalgia4

Humor

Some cringe comedy and dark humor

Not a comedy at heart.

  • Cringe Humor7
  • Dark Humor6
  • Wit & Wordplay5

World

A real life story, the mind, and everyday modern life

  • Dialogue Centrality9
  • World Immersion7
  • Rewatchability7

Craft

Standout characters, performances, and dialogue

  • Character Depth9
  • Acting8
  • Dialogue Quality8

Style

Functional look and sound

  • Cinematography6
  • Visual Stylization6
  • Editing5

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About

Andy Warhol (Rene Ricard) invites a friend (Edie Sedgwick) over to his apartment one evening to discuss his career. As they talk, the truth about how Warhol uses and then throws people away comes out. The woman begins to come undone and reveals to Warhol how he ruined her life with drugs and false promises of fame.
Biographical DramaExperimental CinemaPsychological ManipulationDark Character Study1960s CountercultureRaw DialogueFame's Dark SideArt World CritiqueUnsettling Portrayal

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Sequels and Prequels

No sequels or prequels available

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Is The Andy Warhol Story worth watching?

83
GreatGoodWatch score

Yes. It's widely acclaimed, with a GoodWatch score of 83/100 (IMDb 6.6). The GoodWatch score combines critic and audience ratings.

What is The Andy Warhol Story rated?

Drug useStrong languageSexual contentDisturbing imagery

Content advisories: drug use, strong language, sexual content, and disturbing imagery.

How long is The Andy Warhol Story?

1 h 6 min

The Andy Warhol Story runs 1 h 6 min.

Is The Andy Warhol Story based on a true story?

Yes. It's based on real events or a real person's life.

What language is The Andy Warhol Story in?

English

It was made in English.