Sidewalks of New York
Sidewalks of New York

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Sidewalks of New York

2001
Movie
107 min
English

The film follows the marital and dating lives of three men and three women who unknowingly form a tangled web of relationships. Interspersing "man on the street" interviews with scenes from the six characters' lives, the film weaves a humorous and biting commentary on the game of love -- easy to start, hard to finish.

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IMDb6.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes64%
Metacritic61/100
Google Users71%
Director: Edward BurnsGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

This ensemble comedy-drama weaves together the interconnected lives and romantic entanglements of a diverse group of New Yorkers. As misunderstandings and relationships shift, the film explores themes of love, infidelity, and the search for connection in a bustling metropolis. The narrative jumps between different characters and timelines, revealing how their lives unexpectedly intersect and influence each other.

Critical Reception

Sidewalks of New York received mixed to positive reviews from critics, who generally praised its witty dialogue, charming performances, and clever structure. However, some critics found the multiple storylines and character connections to be occasionally convoluted or overly familiar within the romantic comedy-drama genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its sharp, witty dialogue and engaging ensemble cast.

  • Appreciated for its ambitious, interwoven narrative structure.

  • Some found the plot occasionally convoluted and the characters' relationships predictable.

Google audience: Audience reviews generally indicate that viewers enjoyed the film's humor and the performances of its cast. Many found the interconnected stories to be clever and entertaining, though a portion of viewers felt the plot became a bit too complicated at times.

Fun Fact

The film was shot entirely on location in New York City over a period of 20 days.

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