Slacker is a 1991 independent film directed by Richard Linklater. It is set in Austin, Texas and follows a nonlinear narrative structure, with each scene introducing a new character who then becomes the main focus of the next scene. The film does not have a traditional plot but instead explores the lives and various quirks of its characters, who range from college students to street performers to conspiracy theorists.
Throughout the film, characters engage in philosophical and cultural discussions, debating theories on everything from the JFK assassination to the meaning of life. The film also features a number of humorous vignettes, such as a man trying to sell Madonna's Pap smear and a group of young men attempting to start a revolution by passing out flyers.
Slacker was notable for its innovative and unconventional approach to filmmaking, as well as its depiction of a subculture of disaffected youth in the 1990s. The film received critical acclaim for its unique style and was praised for its authenticity and realistic portrayal of Austin's counterculture scene. Today, Slacker is considered a cult classic and a landmark independent film.