

"What matters most is how well you walk through the fire"
This drama centers on Hank Chinaski, the fictional alter-ego of "Factotum" author Charles Bukowski, who wanders around Los Angeles, CA trying to live off jobs which don't interfere with his primary interest, which is writing. Along the way, he fends off the distractions offered by women, drinking and gambling.
Henry Chinaski

Jan

Laura

Manny

Pierre

Jerry

Grace

Tony Endicott
Old Black Man
Bald Man

Smithson

Ice Plant Supervisor
Hank's Mother
Hank's Father

Taxi Office Clerk
Superintendant Barnes
Stripper
Mantz
John Handler

Mrs. Adams

Payroll Lady

George Henley
Pharmacist
Elf
Editor

Auto Parts Manager

Pete
Liquor Store Clerk
Mailman

Mendoza
Young Lady

Employment Office Man
Bartender
Heathercliff

Mr. Hansen
Spencer
McBride
Peters
Calloway
Truck Driver
Employment Office Clerk
Unknown Role

Horse Race Attendee (uncredited)
