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The Wanderers (1979)

"It was The Wanderers against the world ... and the world never had a chance!"

7.019791h 57mEN
Drama

Directed by Philip Kaufman

Rating

7.0/10

Runtime

1h 57m

Language

EN

Release

July 13, 1979

Director

Philip Kaufman

Official Trailer

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Overview

The streets of the Bronx are owned by '60s youth gangs where the joy and pain of adolescence is lived. Philip Kaufman tells his take on the novel by Richard Price about the history of the Italian-American gang ‘The Wanderers.’

Cast

Ken Wahl

Ken Wahl

Richie

John Friedrich

John Friedrich

Joey

Karen Allen

Karen Allen

Nina

Toni Kalem

Toni Kalem

Despie Galasso

Alan Rosenberg

Alan Rosenberg

Turkey

Jim Youngs

Jim Youngs

Buddy

Tony Ganios

Tony Ganios

Perry

Linda Manz

Linda Manz

Peewee

William Andrews

William Andrews

Emilio

Erland van Lidth

Erland van Lidth

Terror

Val Avery

Val Avery

Mr. Sharp

Dolph Sweet

Dolph Sweet

Chubby Galasso

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into The Wanderers (1979), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

The streets of the Bronx are owned by '60s youth gangs where the joy and pain of adolescence is lived. Philip Kaufman tells his take on the novel by Richard Price about the history of the Italian-American gang ‘The Wanderers.’

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of The Wanderers. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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