A self described 'scream looking for a mouth!' Selby overcame incredible odds to become one of the 20th Century's most celebrated and controversial authors. Featuring archival material and new interviews, this intriguing and absorbing documentary includes rare footage of Selby reflecting on his life and work along with contributions from Lou Reed, Ellen Burstyn, Jared Leto, Darren Aronofsky, Uli Edel, Nicolas Winding Refn, Henry Rollins, Jerry Stahl, Richard Price, Gilbert Sorrentino, Anthony Kiedis and Michael Silverblatt amongst others.