Based on the novel by cult author Charles Bukowski and adapted by Hamer and Jim Stark, "Factotum" is the story of a man living on the edge; of a writer willing to risk everything to make sure his life is his poetry. Henry Chinaski (Dillon) works in factories and warehouses to support what he really wants to do: drink, bet the horses, take up with women as rootless as he is and, above all write stories no one wants to publish. "Factotum" is produced by Jim Stark ("Coffee & Cigarettes," "Night on Earth") and Hamer.
“In 'Factotum', Matt Dillon brings a great sense of humor to the role. The whole ensemble, including Lili Taylor, Fisher Stevens and Marisa Tomei, leaves you smiling,” said Berney. “Norwegian director Bent Hamer did a wonderful job with the film; the Scandinavian attitude works great with the Bukowski material.”
“We have found the right home for 'Factotum',” said Stark. “It's a great feeling to know that Picturehouse ‘gets' the film and I am sure they will take great care in releasing it.”
