29th Street
29th Street

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29th Street

1991
Movie
101 min
English

After winning $6.2 million in the 1976 New York State Lottery, he is arrested for throwing rocks at a church. He then tells his story at the police station.

Insights

IMDb5.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes26%
Director: George GalloGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

In 1940s New York City, aspiring mobster Frank Pesce Jr. dreams of becoming a made man. Facing numerous setbacks and betrayals, he navigates the dangerous underworld with his two brothers, attempting to prove his worth and secure his place within the Italian mafia. His journey is filled with quirky encounters and a persistent desire for respect and power.

Critical Reception

29th Street received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who found its humor and plot to be uneven. While some appreciated its unique premise and supporting cast, many felt it failed to live up to its potential, resulting in a forgettable cinematic experience. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a convoluted plot and a lack of consistent comedic tone.

  • Despite a decent cast, the humor often falls flat, and the narrative struggles to engage.

  • The movie attempts to blend mobster tropes with a coming-of-age story but doesn't quite succeed.

Google audience: Audience feedback for 29th Street is scarce, but available comments suggest a film that is neither particularly funny nor engaging, with many finding it to be a forgettable entry in the gangster comedy genre.

Fun Fact

Director George Gallo is also known for writing other crime-comedy films such as 'Midnight Run' and 'Bad Boys'.

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