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Cast & Crew

Daniel O'Connor
Director
Neil Ortenberg
Director
John Waters
As Self
John Sayles
As Self
William S. Burroughs
As Self (archive footage)
Gore Vidal
As Self
Amiri Baraka
As Self
Jim Carroll
As Self

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"Obscene" offers an intimate portrait of Barney Rosset, a fearless publisher who fought against censorship and pushed the boundaries of literature. From his groundbreaking work at Grove Press, Rosset brought provocative classics like "Tropic of Cancer" and "Naked Lunch" to the masses, shaping modern literature and culture. This documentary delves into Rosset's life, revealing the passions and struggles that drove him to challenge the status quo and create a lasting impact on the world of books.

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Obscene: A Portrait of Barney Rosset and Grove Press was released in theaters on September 26, 2008.