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Went to Coney Island On a Mission From God...Be Back By Five (1998)

Went to Coney Island On a Mission From God...Be Back By Five (1998)
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Richard Schenkman, who debuted with the disappointing The Pompatus of Love (1996), returned with this comedy-drama, set on the streets of Brooklyn. When young Richie (Rafael Baez) vanishes, rumor has it that he went insane at Coney Island, so pizza guy Stan (Rick Stear) and pawnshop clerk Daniel (Jon Cryer, who co-scripted with Schenkman) spend a winter's day searching for their childhood friend through the deserted amusement park. They encounter a variety of locals in their wanderings, while flashbacks fill in the story of past events, including Stan's alcoholic escapades which ended his relationship with Gabby (Ione Skye). Shown at the 1998 L.A. Independent Film Fest. ~ Bhob Stewart, Rovi

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Starring:
Jon CryerRick Stear, (more)
Director(s):
Richard Schenkman
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of Went to Coney Island On a Mission From God...Be Back By Five

Richard Schenkman, who debuted with the disappointing The Pompatus of Love (1996), returned with this comedy-drama, set on the streets of Brooklyn. When young Richie (Rafael Baez) vanishes, rumor has it that he went insane at Coney Island, so pizza guy Stan (Rick Stear) and pawnshop clerk Daniel (Jon Cryer, who co-scripted with Schenkman) spend a winter's day searching for their childhood friend through the deserted amusement park. They encounter a variety of locals in their wanderings, while flashbacks fill in the story of past events, including Stan's alcoholic escapades which ended his relationship with Gabby (Ione Skye). Shown at the 1998 L.A. Independent Film Fest. ~ Bhob Stewart, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
92 mins

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Director(s):
Richard Schenkman
Writer(s):
Richard SchenkmanJon Cryer
Producer(s):
Jon CryerRichard Schenkman
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Adult Humor, Adult Situations, Profanity)
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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Michael G.

Its a bit slow in parts but tells a nice story of friendship and opportunities for redemption.

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Michael L.

Cryer gives a solid performance in this dramedy which is well written and directed.

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Anne R.

made totally no sense-drivel spoken in a monotone by people who obviously enjoy their own juvenile and dull humor--lots of self-enjoying giggles in background of the endless babble. Do n ot waste your time!

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