The Day the Ponies Come Back (2000)
Directed by Jerry Schatzberg

Drama

Film Synopsis

Daniel Moulin makes a living by restoring musical instruments in Paris.  To find his father, he undertakes his first voyage to New York.  His quest takes him to the Bronx, a rough area from which he will emerge a very different person.  Not only will he have more respect for himself, he will fight against prejudice and form lasting friendships...
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Film Credits

  • Director: Jerry Schatzberg
  • Script: Jeffrey Paul Kearney, Bob Cea, Jerry Schatzberg
  • Cinematographer: Bruno de Keyzer
  • Music: John Hill
  • Cast: Guillaume Canet (Daniel Moulin), Burt Young (John Stoller), Monica Trombetta (Tilly DeCruccio), Nick Sandow (Joey), Jay Rivera (William), Tony Lo Bianco (Paul DeCruccio), Norman Matlock (Cecil Perry), Lawrence Hoffman (Cop 1), Bob Cea (Cop #2), Vincent D'Arbouze (Teen #1), P.J. Marshall (Jon #2), Shabazz Ray (The Knife Guy), Delissa Reynolds (Cece), Francine Roussel (Marie Moulin), Kevin Sibley (Craig), Laundrea Thomas (Young Prostitute), Cheryl Wills (News Reporter)
  • Country: France / USA
  • Language: English / French
  • Support: Color
  • Runtime: 104 min
  • Aka: The Day the Ponies Come Back

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