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Lost in Yonkers (1993) -- In the summer of 1942 two young boys are sent to stay with their stern grandmother Kurnitz and their childlike aunt Bella in Yonkers, New York.
Lost in Yonkers (1993) -- In the summer of 1942 two young boys are sent to stay with their stern grandmother Kurnitz and their childlike aunt Bella in Yonkers, New York.
Lost in Yonkers (1993) -- In the summer of 1942 two young boys are sent to stay with their stern grandmother Kurnitz and their childlike aunt Bella in Yonkers, New York.

Overview

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Writers (WGA):
Neil Simon (play)
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14 May 1993 (USA) more
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In the summer of 1942 two young boys are sent to stay with their stern grandmother Kurnitz and their childlike aunt Bella in Yonkers, New York. | add synopsis
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Cast

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Richard Dreyfuss ... Louie Kurnitz
Mercedes Ruehl ... Bella Kurnitz
Irene Worth ... Grandma Kurnitz
Brad Stoll ... Jay

Mike Damus ... Arty

David Strathairn ... Johnny
Robert Miranda ... Hollywood Harry (as Robert Guy Miranda)

Jack Laufer ... Eddie

Susan Merson ... Gert

Illya Haase ... Harry's Crony
Calvin Stillwell ... Gas Station Attendant
Dick Hagerman ... Truck Driver
Jesse Vincent ... Danny
Howard Newstate ... Kid in Store

Peter Gannon ... Cop
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Neil Simon's Lost in Yonkers
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Rated PG for thematic elements and mild language.
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114 min
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Irene Worth won the 1991 Tony Award (New York City) for Supporting or Features Actress in a Drama for "Lost in Yonkers" and recreated her role in the movie. more
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Anachronisms: The movie is supposedly set in 1942 but some of the cars seen in the movie are post World War II models. For example, when Bella is hanging up laundry out in the yard. more
Quotes:
Aunt Bella: Do ya, do you know what color my eyes are, Johnny?
Johnny: No, what?
Aunt Bella: You're lookin' right at 'em.
Johnny: Oh, uh. I'm a little color blind.
Aunt Bella: You have beautiful eyes.
Johnny: Naw. Men don't have beautiful eyes.
Aunt Bella: Oh, yes, they do. Don't tell me. Wanta kiss me?
Johnny: Yeah. Yeah I do, I really would.
Aunt Bella: Then, kiss me.
Johnny: I will.
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Features Now, Voyager (1942) more
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Bad "Mom " - Good Movie, 2 September 2001
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Author: Carla Leahy from United States

"Lost In Yonkers" was a nice blend of comedy and drama. Until watching it for the second time, I didn't even recognize Richard Dreyfuss to be the 'Uncle Louie' character, but I did know him by his voice. He played QUITE a character: An extremely stylish, offbeat criminal with a sense of humor.

The main character, 'Bella', was 'slow', according to her domineering mother. She was a delightful young woman who was loved by her nephews, siblings, and all those who knew her. Bella was ready to have a life on her own--the problem being--her Mom.

I really enjoyed this nostalgic, WWII era, movie. I recommend it to audiences of all ages.

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