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Barfly is a 1987 black comedy film based on the semi-autobiographical work of Charles Bukowski. The story follows Henry Chinaski, a character created by Bukowski himself, during his period of heavy drinking in Los Angeles. The screenplay was commissioned by Barbet Schroeder and published prior to the film’s production.

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What is Barfly?

Barfly is a 1987 black comedy film based on the semi-autobiographical work of Charles Bukowski. The story follows Henry Chinaski, a character created by Bukowski himself, during his period of heavy drinking in Los Angeles. The screenplay was commissioned by Barbet Schroeder and published prior to the film’s production.

How good is Barfly?
Barfly scores 7.15/10 (Very Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Romance Movie category.
What are the best alternatives to Barfly?
See our alternatives page for Barfly for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Hannah and Her Sisters, Bull Durham, In the Mood for Love.
How does Barfly compare to Hannah and Her Sisters?
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Is Barfly worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.15/10, Barfly is a solid option in Romance Movie. See all Romance Movie ranked.

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