Director: Lionel Rogosin
Language
English
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Nominated for 1 Oscar. 3 wins & 1 nomination total
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| Domestic Box Office (USA): | 41 802 $ |
| Country: | USA |
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| Length: | 65 min |
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This film blends documentary and scripted elements to depict life on the Bowery, New York City's skid row. Set against the backdrop of men (and some women) socializing in bars, conversing, and sleeping on the streets, the story centers on a man named Ray.
| Alternative title: | On the Bowery |
| Release year: | 1957 |
| Language: | English |
| Awards: | 🏆 Nominated for 1 Oscar. 3 wins & 1 nomination total |
| Director: | Lionel Rogosin |
| Type: | Movie |
| Sub-genres: | new york city the bowery |
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