Crumb (1994)

Name: Crumb
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1994
Duration: 120 min
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Robert Crumb, Aline Kominsky, Charles Crumb, Maxon Crumb, Robert Hughes

2h United States of America

Documentary

Plot

R. Crumb’s life unfolds through a blend of interviews and his extensive art portfolio, revealing the psyche of the iconic cartoonist behind works like "Keep On Truckin'" and "Fritz the Cat." Family members, including his mother, brothers, and former partners, offer candid insights into his complex personality and turbulent upbringing. The documentary captures the essence of Crumb's underground comix legacy while navigating the darker aspects of his creativity. Viewers embark on a thought-provoking journey that explores the intersections of art, trauma, and personal expression in the mind of a true countercultural icon.

Cast

Robert Crumb Aline Kominsky Charles Crumb Maxon Crumb Robert Hughes Martin Müller Spain Rodriguez Don Donahue Dana Morgan Trina Robbins Bill Griffith Deirdre English Peggy Orenstein Beatrice Crumb Kathy Goodell