The Photographer
Synopsis
Several stalwarts of the New York independent film scene make appearances in this tale of a creatively frustrated photographer and his search through the streets of Manhattan for ten mysterious snapshots which may hold the key to continued success. The film opens as Max (Reg Rogers), a former wunderkind in the city's art scene, awaits his eagerly-anticipated follow-up show. Although it's been a year since his big splash, Max has nothing to show for himself -- the pressure of his success has left him creatively stunted. His luck changes, however, when an enigmatic barfly shares a beer and some conversation with Max at a bowery-area watering hole. On the bar, the man leaves behind an envelope with ten stunning photographs. Hoping to pass them off as his own, Max leaves, elated -- only to have his artistic gift nabbed by muggers. Our hero spends the rest of the evening on a goose chase through the armpits of the city, encountering lovable misfits at every turn. Writer-director Jeremy Stein populates his debut feature with a wide array of notable N.Y.C. character actors, including John Heard, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Tom Noonan.~ Michael Hastings, All Movie Guide
Full Credits
- Director:Jeremy Stein,
- Writer:Jeremy Stein,
- Producer:
- Cast:Mary Alice, Marisa Berenson, Anthony Michael Hall, Kristen Wilson, Rob Campbell, Tina Holmes, Christopher Bauer, Reg Rogers,
- Script Supervisor:Stephanie A. Marquardt,
- Casting:Suzanne Smith, Kerry Barden, Billy Hopkins,
Technical specifications
- Rating:R
- Country:United States
- Language:English
- Release:January 1, 2000
- Duration:91 min
- Genres:Comedy, Drama