Added to Prime Video on Sunday, Feb 11, 2024 “Kill Your Darlings” is a captivating drama that explores the early days of the Beat Generation, focusing on a young Allen Ginsberg’s journey through Columbia University in the 1940s. Ginsberg, portrayed by Daniel Radcliffe, is an eager and anxious student who finds himself drawn into a tumultuous relationship with the charismatic Lucien Carr, played by Dane DeHaan. The film delves into their complex bond, highlighting Carr’s influence on Ginsberg’s burgeoning literary voice. Amidst this backdrop of artistic awakening, a dark turn of events unfolds involving Carr’s stalker, leading to a murder that irrevocably changes their lives. The narrative weaves together themes of love, creativity, and the search for identity, presenting a nuanced look at these iconic literary figures before they became legends.
Length: 1h 44m
Genre: Biography, Drama, Romance
This Title is: Insightful and Provocative
Kill Your Darlings is New on Prime Video in Canada!
Trailer
Cast
- Daniel Radcliffe as Allen Ginsberg
- Dane DeHaan as Lucien Carr
- Michael C. Hall as David Kammerer
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: Not specified in the provided sources
Content warnings include themes of murder and complex emotional relationships.
Trivia
- Daniel Radcliffe was cast as Ginsberg after an audition while he was performing in “Equus” on Broadway.
- The film features a strong ensemble cast including Jack Huston as Jack Kerouac and Ben Foster as William S. Burroughs.
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“Kill Your Darlings” presents a stirring depiction of the early Beat Generation, supported by powerful performances, particularly from Radcliffe and DeHaan. The film effectively captures the tumultuous era and the complex relationships between the characters, though it occasionally falls into cliché. Despite this, it provides a fascinating glimpse into the formative years of these literary figures, making it a worthwhile watch for fans of the genre and history.
Critic Scores
Kill Your Darlings has received a Mix Review by the critics.
