The film, “A Brooklyn State of Mind” was released in 1998. It’s an action crime film directed by Frank Rainone and featuring Al Stanco who aids local crime lord, Danny Parente. This described filming locations and dates, roles of the actors and other remarkable features and facts related to the film.
Where it Filmed?
The movie was filmed in two main locations: Brooklyn and Williamsburg, in New York City, USA. Shooting began on July 15, 1996.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Vincent Spano | Al Stanco |
| Maria Grazia Cucinotta | Gabriela |
| Danny Aiello | Danny Parente |
| Abe Vigoda | Uncle Guy |
| Tony Danza | Louie Crisci |
| Jennifer Esposito | Donna Delgrosso |
| Morgana King | Aunt Rose |
| Janice Steinmetz | Angie Stanco |
| Vincent Pastore | Vinnie “D” |
| Nelson Vasquez | Cessie |
| Frank Aquilino | Little Eddie |
| John ‘Cha Cha’ Ciarcia | Richie |
| Jeanna Garcia | Miranda |
| Jon-Albert Rovello | Young Al |
| Frank Rainone | Young Parente |
| Leonard Spinelli | Young Nicky |
| Jamie-Lynn Sigler | Young Angie |
| William Prael | Suspicious Man |
| Marilyn Forte | Mrs. Stanco |
| Victor Williams | Black Man |
| Dell Maara | Drug Dealer |
| Nick Sandow | Vincent Stanco |
| Frank Catenaccio | Mr. Grella |
| Tony Lip | Bartender |
| Gilbert Godoy | Bakery Man |
| Sal Giorgianni | Saxophone Player |
| James Morricone | Wedding Party |
| Katalin Pota | Mafia Wife |
| Tracey Reynolds | Club Girl |
| Keith Schwabinger | Mover |
| Michael Harkins | Go-Go Boy Dancer In Club (uncredited) |
| Moet Meira | Club Dancer (uncredited) |
| Antone Pagán | Cessie’s Bodyguard (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The film lasts 1 hour 29 minutes and falls in the action and crime genre.
- Frank Rainone was the director and one of the writers of the film. Other writers included Frederick Stroppel.
- Key actors in the movie were Vincent Spano (Al Stanco), Maria Grazia Cucinotta (Gabriela), and Danny Aiello (Danny Parente).
- The film was a modest success, garnering 3 wins in various awards.
- The cast included notable names like Vincent Spano, Maria Grazia Cucinotta, and Danny Aiello.
- The film tells the story of Al Stanco, a lifelong Brooklyn resident who is involved in illegal activities for crime boss, Danny Parente. Al’s life takes a turn when he encounters Gabriela, a filmmaker documenting the real happenings in Brooklyn.
- A significant trivia about the film is that it marked the debut of Jamie-Lynn Sigler, a renowned American actress and singer.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.6781784
- Longitude: -73.9441579
- Place ID: ChIJCSF8lBZEwokRhngABHRcdoI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Brooklyn, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7081156
- Longitude: -73.9570696
- Place ID: ChIJQSrBBv1bwokRbNfFHCnyeYI
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Williamsburg, Brooklyn, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
