Henry Chinaski — Factotum Character Profile

About Henry Chinaski

The protagonist, an aspiring writer and chronic alcoholic who survives by working a series of short-lived menial jobs while navigating a turbulent, self-destructive lifestyle.

Henry Chinaski — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by

Matt Dillon

Appears in

Factotum (2005)

Role

Protagonist

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