Mosholu Holiday
Mosholu Holiday

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Mosholu Holiday

1967
Movie
9 min
English

A special guest appearance by Canadian TV star Bill Ronald along with the massive presence of "Mrs. Bronx" herself, Frances Leibowitz, and her girlfriend Iris, make this film a must-see for travel enthusiasts...

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IMDb7.3/10
Director: Irving JacobyGenres: Documentary

Plot Summary

This short documentary captures the everyday life and atmosphere of a summer day in the Bronx, New York, specifically focusing on the Mosholu Parkway area. It presents a slice-of-life look at children playing, families interacting, and the general urban environment, offering a nostalgic glimpse into a specific time and place.

Critical Reception

As a short documentary, 'Mosholu Holiday' did not receive widespread critical reviews in the traditional sense. Its value lies in its documentary footage, capturing a specific moment in urban American life during the 1960s, and is appreciated for its ethnographic and historical snapshot.

What Reviewers Say

  • A poignant and authentic portrayal of a specific urban neighborhood.

  • Offers valuable historical and social documentation of the era.

  • Evokes a sense of nostalgia for simpler times and community life.

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Fun Fact

The film is notable for its cinéma vérité style, which was gaining prominence in documentary filmmaking during the 1960s, allowing for a more naturalistic and observational approach to capturing reality.

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