Review of The Dirk Diggler Story (1988) by Harrison W — 16 Sep 2015

Only of interest because it precedes the great film Boogie Nights in the Paul Thomas Anderson oeuvre, otherwise it's not really worth watching.

This review of The Dirk Diggler Story (1988) was written by Harrison W on 16 Sep 2015.

The Dirk Diggler Story has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Colyn K (13) on 08 Jun 2013

While it's admirable and certainly ambitious, what PTA goes on to do in Boogie Nights is far more worth one's time. It's a…

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By Eitan F (45) on 04 Feb 2009

Mostly fascinating just to see Robert Ridgely (who later played The Colonel in Boogie Nights) in the Jack Horner role…

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By Dave H (814) on 07 Nov 2008

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By &Spades; Alexander &Spades; (7) on 14 Sep 2008

I was so happy to see this short...PTA was 17 when he made...he might be my favorite living director and watching this was a pleasure…

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By Jack K (247) on 27 Sep 2008

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A very interesting look at PT Anderson's early filmmaking days. Only for true PT Anderson fans though…

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