Popi (1969)

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Striving for a better life for his two sons, a Puerto Rican immigrant named Popi (Alan Arkin) goes about his mission in a singularly eccentric fashion in this comedy from director Arthur Hiller. So intent is Harlem resident Abraham "Popi" Rodriguez (Arkin) upon providing his boys with the American dream, that he puts off marrying his beautiful girlfriend Lupe (Rita Moreno) in order to carry out the mother of all harebrained schemes. After instructing his boys how to row with lessons in Central

G, 1 hr. 55 min.

Classics, Comedy

Directed By: Arthur Hiller

Written By: Lester Pine, Tina Pine

In Theaters: Jan 1, 1969 Wide

On DVD: Apr 1, 2003

Cast

Alan Arkin
Abraham
Rita Moreno
Lupe
Miguel Alejandro
Junior
Ruben Figueroa
Luis
John Harkins
Harmon
Joan Tompkins
Miss Musto
Anthony Holland
Pickett
Arny Freeman
Mr. Diaz
Barbara Dana
Receptionist
Antonia Rey
Mrs. Cruz
Arnold Soboloff
Dr. Perle
Victor Junquera
Novitas Man
Gladys Velez
Silvia
Anita Dangler
Nurse
Judith Lowry
Old Lady
Louis Zorich
Reuben Figueroa

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Charming tearjerker sitcom comedy on the Puerto Rican experience in Spanish Harlem.

June 2, 2009 Full Review Source: Ozus' World Movie Reviews

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Although it buckles a little under the weight of it's preposterous premise, it's still a must-see for Alan Arkin fans. He's truly at the top of his game.

February 4, 2009