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The Panic in Needle Park
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The Panic in Needle Park

1971 · 110 min Drama Romance Crime
6.8 / 10 · TMDB

A stark portrayal of life among a group of heroin addicts who hang out in Needle Park in New York City. Played against this setting is a low-key love story between Bobby, a young addict and small-time hustler, and Helen, a homeless girl who finds in her relationship with Bobby the stability she craves.

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🎬 MovieFinder's Take

The film lives at the rhythm of everyday life — and that's its strength. No cinema about 'big events,' just about how people live, make mistakes, and understand themselves.

Worth watching for the performances and the sincerity. If you're waiting for events — there aren't many. If you're waiting for feeling — it's there.

For those looking for film about people, not events. If you need action — look elsewhere.

Director: Jerry Schatzberg

— MovieFinder Editorial

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Viewing atmosphere: When you're in the mood for a conversation about life. With a partner or friend you can trust.

🎭 Cast

Al Pacino

Al Pacino

Bobby

Kitty Winn

Kitty Winn

Helen

Alan Vint

Alan Vint

Hotch

Richard Bright

Richard Bright

Hank

Kiel Martin

Kiel Martin

Chico

Michael McClanathan

Michael McClanathan

Sonny

Warren Finnerty

Warren Finnerty

Sammy

Marcia Jean Kurtz

Marcia Jean Kurtz

Marcie

Raúl Juliá

Raúl Juliá

Marco

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Angie Ortega

Irene

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