What is the red car in Rum Diary?

1959 Corvette roadster
You can catch Johnny Depp and his new red 1959 Corvette roadster in the “The Rum Diary”, opening in theaters on October 28, 2011.

Is Rum Diaries based on a true story?

Although one could claim any Thompson book to be a novel, due to the dubious claims and distorted versions of true events, The Rum Diary is almost entirely fictional. It is, however, based on the world around Thompson at a certain time.

Where was The Rum Diary filmed?

Puerto Rico
The film stars Johnny Depp, Aaron Eckhart, Michael Rispoli, Amber Heard, Richard Jenkins, and Giovanni Ribisi. Filming began in Puerto Rico in March 2009 and was released on October 28, 2011. The film received mixed reviews and grossed just $30 million against its $45 million budget, making it a box office bomb.

What year did The Rum Diary come out?

October 13, 2011 (USA)The Rum Diary / Release date

What kind of car is on the Rum Diaries?

1959 Chevrolet Corvette
1959 Chevrolet Corvette: The 1959-1960 Corvettes are a bit difficult to distinguish between, but the producers confirm a 1959 was used. An interesting post-production footnote: Director Bruce Robinson gifted the 1959 Corvette used in the movie to Johnny Depp, in thanks for Depp’s hard work in getting the film made.

Was The Rum Diary a flop?

LOS ANGELES (TheWrap.com) – One of the biggest movie stars in the world suffered one of the biggest box-office flops of his career this weekend. Even with Johnny Depp, the Hunter S. Thompson-themed “Rum Diary” couldn’t scrape up more than $5 million at 2,272 North American locations.

What drug is in Rum Diary?

aspirin
It’s 1960. Paul Kemp, author of two and a half unpublished novels, has just deplaned (and gotten smashing drunk on rum at his hotel) in San Juan, Puerto Rico. Devouring aspirin to temper a wicked hangover, Kemp shuffles through the steamy Caribbean capital’s streets to land a job at the local paper, The San Juan Star.

Is Amber Heard American?

Amber Laura Heard (born April 22, 1986) is an American actress.

Is The Rum Diary worth watching?

The Rum Diary is neither remarkable nor revolutionary, but it functions well as an enjoyable romp through a minefield of journalistic ethics. December 5, 2018 | Rating: 3/5 | Full Review… It’s not funny, it’s amusing. It’s not poignant, it’s arguably touching.

Is Fear and Loathing connected to Rum Diary?

Thompson pre-‘Fear and Loathing’ Toward the end of “The Rum Diary,” the film based on the Hunter S. Thompson novel, there’s a scene that appears to come straight from the author’s vintage work.

What happens to Chenault?

As Kemp leaves Puerto Rico by sailboat, he continues his quest. Kemp returns to New York, marries Chenault, and succeeds as a journalist after finally finding his voice as a writer, according to the end credits.

What is Johnny Depp’s accent?

Some people have reported hearing a British, Irish, or Australian accent in the past. His most well-known accent, though, is that of the popular figure Captain Jack Sparrow. Depp’s drunken English accent in the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise has earned him a lot of praise.