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The Beat Hotel (2012) - FAQ

Frequently asked questions about this film.

What is The Beat Hotel about?

The Beat Hotel is a documentary. At 9, Rue Git le Coeur in Paris, American Beat poets Allen Ginsberg, Peter Orlovsky, and Gregory Corso found refuge from the obscenity trials surrounding Ginsberg's poem Howl. Between 1957 and 1963, the modest hotel became a hub for creativity and artistic freedom. The film features interviews and archival footage that document the interactions among these writers and other notable figures, including William Burroughs and Brion Gysin, as they shaped a significant chapter in literary history.

When was The Beat Hotel released?

The Beat Hotel was released in 2012.

How long is The Beat Hotel?

The Beat Hotel has a runtime of 88 minutes.

What genre is The Beat Hotel?

The Beat Hotel is classified as Culture, History.

What topics does The Beat Hotel cover?

The Beat Hotel explores topics including historical-events.