The Panic in Needle Park

1971Directed by Jerry Schatzberg

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Released: June 1, 1971
Runtime: 1h 50m

About The Panic in Needle Park

Drama
Romance
Crime

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.

Director: Jerry Schatzberg
Writers: Joan Didion
James Mills
John Gregory Dunne

Principal cast

In billing order

Al PacinoBobby
Kitty WinnHelen
Alan VintHotch
Richard BrightHank
Kiel MartinChico
Michael McClanathanSonny

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