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A promising calling card for director/co-writer Alfredo De Villa, Washington Heights transcends its familiar premise with strong performances and vibrant energy. Read critic reviews

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In New York City's Washington Heights neighborhood, Carlos (Manny Perez) is a comic book artist who dreams of making it big downtown and leaving his old stomping grounds behind. Already struggling to make an impact on the scene, Carlos' plans are further delayed after his father, Eddie (Tomas Milian), the owner of a bodega, is shot in a robbery attempt. Forced to take over the business while his father recovers, Carlos must now become involved in the community he so desperately wants to escape.
  • Rating:
    R
  • Genre:
    drama
  • Original Language:
    English
  • Producer:
    Luis Dantas, Tom Donahue
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  • Box Office (Gross USA):
    $156.0K
  • Runtime:

Cast & Crew

Tomas Milian
Eddie
Manny Perez
Carlos
Danny Hoch
Mickey
Andrea Navedo
Maggie
Jude Ciccolella
Sean
Bobby Cannavale
Angel
David Zayas
David
Judy Reyes
Daisy
Callie Thorne
Raquel
Luis Dantas
Producer
Tom Donahue
Producer
Peter Newman
Executive Producer
Greg Johnson
Executive Producer
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