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Two Bits (1994)

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This nostalgic drama is based upon the childhood memories of screenwriter Joseph Stefano. Set in South Philadelphia in 1933 it centers on both a wise grandfather, and his single-minded grandson. The film opens in a garden on a beautiful day. In the garden is the Italian grandpa telling anyone who will listen that this is his final day of life. No one really believes that, especially not 12-year-old Gennaro who is more interested in finding a quarter so he can go to the grand opening of the brand

PG-13, 1 hr. 25 min.

Musical & Performing Arts, Drama

Directed By: James Foley

In Theaters: Nov 22, 1995 Wide

On DVD: Oct 8, 2002

MVD Music Video

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Cast

Mary Elizabeth Mastranton...
Luisa
Jerry Barone
Gennaro
Al Pacino
Gitano Sabatoni
Joe Grifasi
Uncle Joe
Joanna Merlin
Guendolina
Andy Romano
Dr. Bruna
Alec Baldwin
Narrator
Rosemary De Angelis
Mrs. Conte
Ron McLarty
Irish
Donna Mitchell
Mrs. Bruna
Mary Lou Rosato
Aunt Carmella
Glenn Daniels
Gerlando Barone
Patrick Borriello
Tullio
Joey Perillo
Replacement Ballyhoo Dr...

Critic Reviews for Two Bits

All Critics (17) | Top Critics (8) | Fresh (4) | Rotten (6) | DVD (2)

If King of the Hill couldn't draw patrons despite appearing on tons of 10-best lists, what's a comparably themed small-change remembrance gonna do?

January 1, 2000 Comment

Mike Clark

USA Today

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Al Pacino gives a touching performance as a dying old man in this sensitive little film.

September 28, 2005 Comment

Chuck O'Leary

Fantastica Daily

Bittersweet coming-of-age tale about sexuality, love, loss, and forgiveness.

August 21, 2002 Full Review Source: Spirituality and Practice

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Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat

Spirituality and Practice

It obviously has its moments, but most of the way this is pretty tepid stuff. We've seen it all before.

January 1, 2000 Full Review Source: Deseret News, Salt Lake City

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Chris Hicks

Deseret News, Salt Lake City

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Although this movie gets off to a weak start and is fairly uneven throughout, it has enough heart and a strong enough plot that it won me over. Although subtly so, this is a relatively dark film that approaches the coming-of-age formula in a unique way. The acting is far from brilliant overall, but Pacino's supporting

July 9, 2006

Mike T.

Super Reviewer

Slowly knocking off the last few Pacino movies I've not seen. This was a good movie, unlike most movies you think of with an actor like Pacino; doesn't mean he can't perform them though. In short the movie is about a boy and his dream, with his dying grandfather (Pacino) guiding him and telling him to always want and

June 21, 2007