Next Stop, Greenwich Village
Next Stop, Greenwich Village

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Next Stop, Greenwich Village

1976
Movie
111 min
English

An aspiring Jewish actor moves out of his parents' Brooklyn apartment to seek his fortune in the bohemian life of Greenwich Village in 1953.

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IMDb6.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes71%
Director: Paul MorrisseyGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A young, aspiring Jewish actor from Queens moves to Greenwich Village in the 1950s to pursue his dream of acting. He navigates the bohemian and artistic scene, experiencing various romantic entanglements and personal growth. The film captures the era's atmosphere of experimentation and self-discovery.

Critical Reception

Next Stop, Greenwich Village was generally well-received by critics for its nostalgic portrayal of a specific time and place, its witty dialogue, and strong performances, particularly from Shelley Winters. Some found its episodic nature a bit meandering, but overall, it was appreciated for its authenticity and humor.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its authentic depiction of 1950s Greenwich Village artistic life.

  • Shelley Winters' performance as the overbearing mother is a standout.

  • Some critics noted a lack of strong narrative focus.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available generally appreciate the film's unique atmosphere and character studies.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Paul Morrissey.

Fun Fact

The film is semi-autobiographical, based on director Paul Morrissey's own experiences in Greenwich Village during the 1950s.

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CinemaSerf

There were loads of these type of films made in the mid 1970s about aspiring types finally out from under their parental wing and now hitting the big city with dreams and hormones racing. Here, the quite charismatic Lenny Baker is “Larry”, ...

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