This biopic-courtroom drama of late “Hustler” mastermind Larry Flynt focuses on the pornographer’s numerous First Amendment cases.
It also depicts his recovery from an assassination attempt and relationship with stripper-turned-“Hustler” publisher Althea Leasure.
Despite the subject matter and numerous controversies in Flynt’s personal life, Woody Harrelson was nominated for the Best Actor Oscar, while an electric Courtney Love surprised audiences with her complex portrayal of Althea.
People vs. Larry Flynt, The (1996): Biopic of ‘Hustler’ Mastermind (Porn Industry)
The People vs. Larry Flynt (1996)
This biopic-courtroom drama of late “Hustler” mastermind Larry Flynt focuses on the pornographer’s numerous First Amendment cases.
It also depicts his recovery from an assassination attempt and relationship with stripper-turned-“Hustler” publisher Althea Leasure.
Despite the subject matter and numerous controversies in Flynt’s personal life, Woody Harrelson was nominated for the Best Actor Oscar, while an electric Courtney Love surprised audiences with her complex portrayal of Althea.