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Where the Buffalo Roam (1980)

“This ain't no safari- it's a party”

  • R
  • 99 min
  • Comedy
  • imdb logo 6.5/10 (12674 votes)

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Plot

In the whirlwind escapades of "Where the Buffalo Roam" (1980), viewers are plunged into the chaotic life of Dr. Hunter Thompson - the notorious Gonzo journalist and real-life inspiration for Zonker's Uncle Duke in the Doonesbury Comic Strips. With a unique, sideways perspective on news, Thompson's unconventional antics, ranging from reviewing the Super Bowl from his hotel room to playing football solitaire against his room walls, are a testament to his offbeat approach to journalism. As the narrative unfolds, Thompson and his attorney, Oscar Acosta - eccentrically referred to as "Laslow" in the movie - embark on a deranged adventure to cover two significant events: the Super Bowl and the 1972 Presidential election. However, their mission is perpetually thwarted, as Thompson's typical drug-enhanced state and Laslow's twisted antics continually sidetrack them. "Where the Buffalo Roam" is a psychedelic rollercoaster ride, comically portraying the intertwining worlds of journalism and debauchery. Allegedly inspired by true events, it's a wild expedition into the realm of Gonzo Journalism - a modern cousin to stream-of-consciousness writing - that puts the spotlight on Thompson's reputation for madness and genius in equal measure. Expect the unexpected in this riotous display of creative chaos, where news is seen through a lens like no other.

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Where the Buffalo Roam is a comedy movie featuring Bill Murray and directed by Art Linson.

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