The Rum Diary (2011) — Screenplay
A disillusioned journalist moves to Puerto Rico, where rum-soaked chaos and a dangerous romance force him to find his voice and integrity.
- Written by
- Bruce Robinson, Hunter S. Thompson
- Genre
- Comedy, Drama
- Studio
- GK Films, Infinitum Nihil, FilmEngine, Tango Films, Dark & Stormy Entertainment
- Length
- 128 pages
Bruce Robinson's adaptation of Hunter S. Thompson's novel is a masterclass in tone, balancing hedonistic comedy with a sharp critique of American capitalism. The script's tight pacing and vivid, sensory world-building—from the sweltering streets of San Juan to the decaying newsroom—anchor Kemp's gradual moral awakening, offering a compelling study in character-driven narrative.
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