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: It functions as an "enjoyable romp through a minefield of journalistic ethics," but it often struggles to find a clear focus amidst its rambling source material. Community Perspectives : Many viewers found the film to be
(2011) is a colorful, booze-soaked tribute to the early life of Gonzo journalist Hunter S. Thompson . Directed by Bruce Robinson, it follows Paul Kemp (Johnny Depp), a wandering journalist who moves to 1960s Puerto Rico to work for a struggling local newspaper. Movie Review: A Scenic But Rambling Journey ANYTHING Depp is a treat