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Austin, Texas serves as the backdrop for this unconventional comedy-drama, which follows a series of interconnected vignettes throughout a single day. The film introduces a diverse group of young adults – students, musicians, drifters, and dreamers – each grappling with their own aspirations and anxieties. Their meandering conversations and encounters reveal a snapshot of a generation searching for meaning and connection in a laid-back environment, exploring themes of friendship, ambition, and the challenges of finding your place.

Austin, Texas serves as the backdrop for this unconventional comedy-drama, which follows a series of interconnected vignettes throughout a single day. The film introduces a diverse group of young adults – students, musicians, drifters, and dreamers – each grappling with their own aspirations and anxieties. Their meandering conversations and encounters reveal a snapshot of a generation searching for meaning and connection in a laid-back environment, exploring themes of friendship, ambition, and the challenges of finding your place.

Does Slacker have end credit scenes?

No!

Slacker does not have end credit scenes. You can leave when the credits roll.

Meet the Full Cast and Actors of Slacker

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Ratings and Reviews for Slacker

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Metacritic

69

Metascore

8.0

User Score

Rotten Tomatoes
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TOMATOMETER

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0%

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TMDB

67

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Awards & Nominations for Slacker

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7th Independent Spirit Awards 1992

Richard Linklater
Nomination

Best Director

Richard Linklater
Richard Linklater
Nomination

Best First Feature

Richard Linklater

Watch Trailers, Clips & Behind-the-Scenes for Slacker

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Slacker (1990) Original Trailer [HD]

Cars Featured in Slacker

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Audi

1983

Coupé GT B2

Cadillac

1971

Fleetwood 60 Special Brougham

Chevrolet

1959

Brookwood

Chevrolet

1980

Impala

Dodge

1981

Diplomat

Ford

1963

Falcon

Ford

1983

Thunderbird

Honda

1979

Accord

Honda

1986

Accord

Jeep

1988

Cherokee

Movie Themes and Keywords

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