Around the Fire (1998)

Cast

• Devon Sawa - Simon Harris
• Bill Smitrovich - Matt Harris
• Tara Reid - Jennifer
• Eric Mabius - Andrew
• Colman Domingo - Trace
• Charlayne Woodard - Kate
• Stephen Tobolowsky - Doc
• Henri Lubatti - Kevin
• John Pirruccello - Joe
• Daphne Brogdon - Simon's mother

Screenplay

• Tommy Rosen
• John W. Comerford

Themes

Addiction and Recovery, Young Love and Rebellious Spirits, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Underground Drug Dens and Misery, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery

Keywords

rehabilitation, addiction, coming of age, drugs

Trailer

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Around the Fire about?

Simon is an intelligent and privileged young man whose family expects him to become a Princeton graduate. Crying out for attention from his reserved and cool hearted family, Simon commits numerous petty crimes and is soon sent away to boarding school where he befriends a "Deadhead," adopts the "hippie" lifestyle and dabbles in many drugs in his search for acceptance.

Who directed Around the Fire?

Around the Fire was directed by John Jacobsen.

Who stars in Around the Fire?

Around the Fire stars Devon Sawa, Bill Smitrovich, Tara Reid, Eric Mabius, Colman Domingo, Charlayne Woodard.

How long is Around the Fire?

Around the Fire has a runtime of 1h 47m (107 minutes).

What genre is Around the Fire?

Around the Fire is a Drama, Romance film.

What is the budget of Around the Fire?

Around the Fire had a budget of $1M.

Where was Around the Fire produced?

Around the Fire was produced in United States of America.

What are the themes of Around the Fire?

The themes of Around the Fire include: Addiction and Recovery, Young Love and Rebellious Spirits, Childish Innocence Lost Forever, Underground Drug Dens and Misery, Coming of Age and Self-Discovery.