description Down by Law Overview
Down by Law, released in 1986, is a neo-beat noir comedy film conceived and directed by Jim Jarmusch. The movie features Tom Waits, John Lurie, and Roberto Benigni as three men caught up in criminal circumstances while traveling through the American South. It’s an independent production exploring themes of crime and isolation.
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info Down by Law Specifications
| Country | Germany |
| Year | 1986 |
help Down by Law FAQ
Why is Down by Law called a jailbreak movie if it barely shows the jailbreak?
Jim Jarmusch deliberately focuses on the three prisoners' chemistry rather than the mechanics of the escape. The 1986 film is more about Zack, Jack, and Roberto wandering through New Orleans and the Louisiana bayou than about action plotting.
Who are the three main actors in Down by Law?
The central trio is Tom Waits as Zack, John Lurie as Jack, and Roberto Benigni as Roberto, also called Bob. Nicoletta Braschi and Ellen Barkin also appear in the film.
Is Down by Law in black and white?
Yes, Down by Law was shot in black and white by cinematographer Robby Muller. Muller later worked with Jarmusch again on films such as Mystery Train and Dead Man.
What Tom Waits songs are in Down by Law?
The soundtrack uses Tom Waits songs from Rain Dogs, including Jockey Full of Bourbon and Tango Till They're Sore. John Lurie, who also plays Jack, composed the film's original score.
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