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Blow: A Look At the Rise and Fall of "Coke Star" George "Boston George" Jung

Ted Demme's 2001 film Blow, starring Johnny Depp, recounts the life and times of drug kingpin George "Boston George" Jung

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Jun 27, 2024
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In 2001, director Ted Demme released Blow, a crime drama starring Johnny Depp.

The film received mixed reviews. Critics implied that the film borrowed heavily from iconic 90s crime flicks like Goodfellas and Boogie Nights. Depp’s co-star, Penelope Cruz, was even nominated for the Golden Raspberry Award for Worst Actress for her performance.

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