"The Basketball Diaries" The Movie
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In Hollywood's version, "The Basketball Diaries," Leo's acting brilliance is evident, even this early in his career. However, the movie's court sometimes feels less textured than the book's pages. Despite this, it's a captivating alley-oop into Carroll's tumultuous journey through addiction and youth, leaving audiences with a rebound of emotions.
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Ashleigh Nicole
I'm an Aquarius, which basically means I'm naturally creative and innovative with a dash of weirdo.
As a former executive chef with a culinary degree and over five years freelance writing experience, I craft narratives to inspire and engage.
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"Basketball Diaries" The Book
Jim Carroll's 'The Basketball Diaries' takes readers on a slam dunk journey through the chaotic court of addiction. It's like a literary crossover between 'Hoosiers' and 'Trainspotting,' with a dash of slam poetry. Beware: may cause literary dribbling and emotional three-pointers. Just don't try shooting free throws with the pages.
By Ashleigh Nicoleabout a year ago in Critique
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Book upon books Circulation desk info knowledge abounds. (Who doesn't like or even loves going to a library. Line one, of course, all the books that one can and even desire. Line two the place where one learns where to get said desired book. Line three the knowledge that a reader receives from said books that was desired.)
By Mark Graham3 days ago in Critique
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