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The Panic in Needle Park (1971)

God help Bobby and Helen, they're in love in Needle Park

  • Jun 1, 1971
  • 1h 50m
  • R

6.8/10

TMDB user score
386 votes on TMDB

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About This Movie

The Panic in Needle Park is a 1971 drama and romance film directed by Jerry Schatzberg. Its leading cast includes Al Pacino, Kitty Winn and Alan Vint. It runs for 1 hour 50 minutes.

Synopsis

A stark portrayal of life among a group of heroin addicts who hang out in Needle Park in New York City. Played against this setting is a low-key love story between Bobby, a young addict and small-time hustler, and Helen, a homeless girl who finds in her relationship with Bobby the stability she craves.

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Time needed
1 hour 50 minutes
Age rating (US)
R
Language
English
Audience signal
6.8/10 from 386 TMDB votes

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Cast

  • Al Pacino Bobby
  • Kitty Winn Helen
  • Alan Vint Hotch
  • Richard Bright Hank
  • Kiel Martin Chico
  • Michael McClanathan Sonny
  • Warren Finnerty Sammy
  • Marcia Jean Kurtz Marcie
  • Raúl Juliá Marco
  • Angie Ortega Irene
  • Larry Marshall Mickey
  • Paul Mace Whitey
  • Nancy MacKay Penny
  • Gil Rogers Robins
  • Joe Santos DiBono
  • Paul Sorvino Samuels
  • Arnold Williams Freddy
  • Vic Ramano Santo

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