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The Beat (1988)

R 98 min  -  Drama  -   3 June 1988 (USA)
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A new kid moves into a tough neighborhood controlled by gangs, and tries to teach them poetry.

Director:

Paul Mones

Writer:

Paul Mones
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
David Jacobson David Jacobson ...
Rex Voorhas Ormine
William McNamara ...
Billy Kane
Kara Glover Kara Glover ...
Kate Kane
Stuart Alexander Stuart Alexander ...
Doug
David McCarthy ...
Dirt - Larry
Markus Flanagan Markus Flanagan ...
Vis
Paul Dillon Paul Dillon ...
Lon Recchia
Reggie Rock Bythewood ...
Danny Lambeaux
Tony Gillan Tony Gillan ...
Auggie
Lisa Blake Richards Lisa Blake Richards ...
Amy Kahn (as Lisa Richards)
Richard Eigen Richard Eigen ...
Ian Murphy
Angie Zisser Angie Zisser ...
Mary
John Savage ...
Frank Ellsworth
Jeffrey Horowitz Jeffrey Horowitz ...
Bart Waxman
Robert Gerringer Robert Gerringer ...
Dr. Morningstone
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A new kid moves into a tough neighborhood controlled by gangs, and tries to teach them poetry.

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Plot Keywords:

Poetry | Gang | New York City | Promise | Teacher  | See more »

Genres:

Drama

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Country:

USA

Language:

English

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Also Known As:

The Conjurer See more »

Filming Locations:

New York City, New York, USA

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Sound Mix:

Dolby

Color:

Color
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Soundtracks

"It's the Limit"
Written by Harley Flanagan & Kevin Mayhew
Performed by Cro-Mags (as The Cro-Mags)
Courtesy of Rock Hotel/Profile Records See more »