The People vs. Larry Flynt
US (1996): Drama/Comedy
Strip club owner Larry Flynt (Woody Harrelson) and his wife, Althea (Courney Love), create a pornographic magazine that ignores society's morals and taboos. Hustler brings the Flynts not only millions in profit but also the wrath of "decent" people. Flynt and his overburdened attorney (Edward Norton) find themselves in courtrooms all over the nation defending Larry against criminal and civil charges. In the meantime, Flynt is beset by paralysis, the result of an assassination attempt, drug addiction, mental illness, and Althea's failing health. (Amazon.com)
2 nominations
· Best Performance by an Actor in a Leading Role 1996: Woody Harrelson
· Achievement in Directing 1996: Milos Forman