
Feature film — 1991
The Dark Backward (1991)
A man pursues stand-up comedy encouraged by his fellow garbage man. Though his friend, who accompanies him on accordion, continues to tell him how great he is, he actually stinks. When the "comedian" grows a third arm out of his back, the friend uses this twist to get him signed up with a sleazy talent agent, and it begins to look like his career is on the move, even though his girlfriend has left him.
The note
Stay for the details.
A high-signal pick with 45 votes.
Community reviews
What viewers are saying
Sign in to leave a review for everyone to see. Reviews are tied to your account so the community can trust what's shared.
Loading reviews…
Director: Adam Rifkin
On screen
Cast & crew

Judd Nelson
Marty Malt

Bill Paxton
Gus

Wayne Newton
Jackie Chrome

Lara Flynn Boyle
Rosarita

James Caan
Dr. Scurvy

Rob Lowe
Dirk Delta

Claudia Christian
Kitty

Billy Bob Thornton
Patron at Sloppy's
King Moody
Twinkee Doodle

Danny Dayton
Syd
Carrie Lynn
Nicolette

Anna Berger
Mrs. Malt
Similar titles











