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Movie · 1999 · 88 min

The Source (1999)

5.6/10 · 16 votes
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The Source is a 1999 movie (Documentary and History). The Source was directed by Chuck Workman. The Source runs 88 minutes. It has an average rating of 5.6/10 from 16 viewers. In United States, you can watch The Source on Hoopla.

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Plot

Traces the Beats from Allen Ginsberg and Jack Kerouac's meeting in 1944 at Columbia University to the deaths of Ginsberg and William S. Burroughs in 1997. Three actors provide dramatic interpretations of the work of these three writers, and the film chronicles their friendships, their arrival into American consciousness, their travels, frequent parodies, Kerouac's death, and Ginsberg's politicization. Their movement connects with bebop, John Cage's music, abstract expressionism, and living theater. In recent interviews, Ginsberg, Burroughs, Kesey, Ferlinghetti, Mailer, Jerry Garcia, Tom Hayden, Gary Snyder, Ed Sanders, and others measure the Beats' meaning and impact.

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Source?

In United States, you can watch The Source on Hoopla.

Who stars in The Source?

The main cast of The Source includes Johnny Depp, Dennis Hopper, John Turturro, Allen Ginsberg and William S. Burroughs.

Who directed The Source?

The Source was directed by Chuck Workman.

When was The Source released?

The Source was released on January 23, 1999.

How long is The Source?

The Source runs 88 minutes.

Is The Source worth watching?

The Source has an average rating of 5.6/10 from 16 viewers on TMDB.

What should I watch if I liked The Source?

If you enjoyed The Source, try Scotty and the Secret History of Hollywood, Howard, Chris Brown: Welcome to My Life and Come See Me in the Good Light.

Is The Source on Hoopla?

Yes. In United States, The Source is available on Hoopla.

How much did The Source make at the box office?

The Source grossed $360,895 worldwide.

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Updated: October 25, 2026 ·