Brooklyn Lobster (2005)

Giorgio's Lobster Farm has been a tradition in Brooklyn for over 65 years. Manned by an eccentric crew and serving the best seafood in the state, the renowned establishment now faces grave ... See full summary »

Director:

Kevin Jordan

Writer:

Kevin Jordan

Stars:

Danny Aiello, Jane Curtin, Daniel Sauli

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Danny Aiello	...	Frank Giorgio
Jane Curtin	...	Maureen Giorgio
Daniel Sauli	...	Michael Giorgio
Marisa Ryan	...	Lauren Wallace
Heather Burns	...	Kerry Miller
Ian Kahn	...	Justin Wallace
Olivia Archer	...	Aimee Wallace
Rick Aiello	...	Tommy C.
Moises Belizario	...	Court Clerk
Frank Bongiorno	...	Tony Annelli
Mike Colter	...	Jamal
Sam Freed	...	James Miller
Barbara Garrick	...	Lynn Miller
Matt Huffman	...	Joey
Austin Lysy	...	David Miller

Storyline

Giorgio's Lobster Farm has been a tradition in Brooklyn for over 65 years. Manned by an eccentric crew and serving the best seafood in the state, the renowned establishment now faces grave financial troubles. The Giorgio family must find a way to hold on to the business or risk losing the cornerstone of their identity. Under pressure, each member of the family is forced to take a new tack in their personal relationships.

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Plot Keywords:

semi autobiographical

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Taglines:

A true Brooklyn story.

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Genres:

Comedy | Drama

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for language

Details

Official Sites:

Red Claw Productions

Country:

USA

Language:

English Cantonese Spanish

Release Date:

4 November 2005 (USA)

Also Known As:

The Lobster Farm

Filming Locations:

Chinatown, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA

Box Office

Budget:

$200,000 (estimated)

Opening Weekend:

$11,729 (USA) (4 November 2005)

Gross:

$138,267 (USA) (7 April 2006)

Company Credits

Production Co:

Red Claw Inc., Moe Greene Associates, Groovestrings

Technical Specs

Runtime:

94 min

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.78 : 1

Did You Know?

Trivia

During production, the working title of the film was "Lobster Farm".

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Crazy Credits

In memory of Billy Erwin

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Soundtracks

"Lost Water"
Written by Daniel Adam Warren
Performed by Daniel Adam Warren

User Reviews

well worth the trouble

I saw the movie at a local indie film venue in NY suburbia -- Jacob Burns films center. Audience applauded at the conclusion as did I. This is a nice film with some great performances by a solid ensemble of some well known and not so well known folks. The grainy texture of the print for me added to the experience. The dialogue was exceptional in its simplicity and feel of reality. Danny Aiello and Jane Curtin as Frank and Maureen Georgio played it real and perfectly. No they are not Tracy and Hepburn nor did they hit a false note at any time. Of the supporting cast Daniel Sauli was good, though not superb as their son Michael Georgio. Henry Yuk stood out as the Chinese business man--best friend of Frank. The rest of the cast adds atmosphere to the piece with spare dialogue that gives a sense of who they are without involving them. In sum--this is rewarding film for film lovers.