A Sad Flower in the Sand (2001)

About a largely unsung writer of the twentieth century: John Fante, the renegade author whose highly autobiographical novels illustrate his deep-rooted love of Los Angeles and his struggles working through poverty and prejudice.

Cast (7)CrewGenresDetailsReleasesMediaAwards

Robert Towne

Self

D

Dan Fante

Self

J

Joyce Fante

Self

J

Jim Fante

Self

J

Joe Weston

John Fante (voice)

John Fante

Self (archive footage)

N

Nicholas Pap

Charles Bukowski (voice)

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