On this day, November 6, 1987, Less Than Zero premiered in theaters. Starring Andrew McCarthy, Jami Gertz, Robert Downey Jr., and James Spader, the film is based on Bret Easton Ellis’s novel of the same name and explores the dark side of wealth and privilege in Los Angeles. Less Than Zero became a defining movie of the ’80s, capturing themes of excess, addiction, and youth culture, with Robert Downey Jr.’s performance earning critical acclaim for its intensity and depth.
Who remembers Less Than Zero? Did the movie’s portrayal of ’80s excess resonate with you?
Who remembers Less Than Zero? Did the movie’s portrayal of ’80s excess resonate with you?