USA / UK,
1991, 116 min
Cinematography:
Roger DeakinsComposer:
Carter BurwellCast:
John Turturro, John Goodman, Judy Davis, Michael Lerner, John Mahoney, Tony Shalhoub, Jon Polito, Steve Buscemi, Richard Portnow, Meagen Fay, Max Grodénchik (more)Plots(1)
Young playwright Barton Fink (John Turturro), determined to become a success, travels to Hollywood where he immediately obtains a contract, only to develop writer's block when he discovers he is to write a wrestling movie for a faded 40s star. The Los Angeles heat, his dingy hotel and a noisy neighbour (John Goodman) combine to increase the pressure on him, and Barton begins to lose his grip on reality. (Universal Pictures UK)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 1992 - Michael Lerner (Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role)
- 1992 - Best Achievement in Production Design
- 1992 - Best Achievement in Costume Design
Golden Globes
- 1992 - John Goodman (Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture)
Los Angeles Film Critics Association Awards
- 1991 - Michael Lerner (Best Supporting Actor)
- 1991 - Roger Deakins (Best Cinematography)
New York Film Critics Circle Awards
- 1991 - Roger Deakins (Best Cinematographer)
- 1991 - John Goodman (Best Supporting Actor)
Cannes Film Festival
- 1991 - Ethan Coen, Joel Coen (Golden Palm - Official Competition)
- 1991 - Joel Coen (Best Director)
- 1991 - John Turturro (Best Actor)
San Sebastián International Film Festival
- 1991 - Joel Coen (Golden Shell for Best Film)