# The People vs. Larry Flynt (1996)

> A flamboyant pornographer becomes an unlikely champion of free expression when his vulgar empire collides with American censorship and the courts.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/1076

## Facts

- Runtime: 130 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Miloš Forman
- Cast: Woody Harrelson, Courtney Love, Edward Norton, Brett Harrelson, Donna Hanover, James Cromwell, Crispin Glover, Vincent Schiavelli
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0117318/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: layered
- Violence: mild
- Mood: irreverent, witty, provocative, adult movie night, political drama night

## Synopsis

A provocative journey through the battle for free speech and personal expression.

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