This article discusses the film “Alphabet City” that was released in 1984. The movie features a drug dealer in New York City who tries to leave the drug business but must steer clear from mobsters. The lead roles were played by Vincent Spano as Johnny, Michael Winslow as Lippy, and Kate Vernon as Angie. The article uncovers intriguing aspects of the movie, such as its filming locations and lesser-known facts.
Where it Filmed?
The shooting locations of “Alphabet City” are all set in New York City, specifically in the areas of Manhattan, East Village, Alphabet City, Lower East Side, and a few more scenes shot within the city. The filming process occurred from October 10, 1983, to October 30, 1983.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Vincent Spano | Johnny |
| Michael Winslow | Lippy |
| Kate Vernon | Angie |
| Jami Gertz | Sophia |
| Zohra Lampert | Mama |
| Kenny Marino | Tony |
| Daniel Jordano | Juani |
| Tom Mardirosian | Benny |
| Christina Marie Denihan | Baby Renee |
| Tom Wright | Chauffeur |
| Bruno Damon | Mama’s Friend |
| Clifton Powell | Ramon |
| Richard Bassett | Preppie |
| John McCurry | Junkie / Guard #1 |
| George Kyle | Junkie / Guard #2 |
| Gary Tacon | Junkie / Guard #3 |
| Luther Rucker | Junkie / Guard #4 |
| Amy Gootenberg | Suicide Squeeze Customer |
| Miguel Pinero | Dealer |
| Barry Mitchell | Water Pistol Man |
| Bob Fuchs | Bouncer |
| Martine Malle | Karen |
| Lauren Hamilton | Linda |
| James Cox Chambers | Ronnie |
| Cintia Cruz | La Tropicana Girl #1 |
| Nandrea Lin | La Tropicana Girl #2 |
| Harry Madsen | Hitman #1 |
| Alex Stevens | Hitman #2 |
| Nick Conti | (uncredited) |
| George Coutoupis | Junkie (uncredited) |
| James Giordano | Homeless Man (uncredited) |
| Laura Lieblein Adam | (uncredited) |
| Charles Mandracchia | Bouncer (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The main characters of the movie are Johnny (played by Vincent Spano), Lippy (played by Michael Winslow), and Angie (played by Kate Vernon).
- The movie was primarily shot during the fall season of 1983 over a span of nearly twenty nights across four weeks.
- An error in the film is noticed around the 1-hour 19-minute mark where the shadow of a camera is visible.
- The film “Alphabet City” has connections with other movies like “Sixteen Candles”, “The Bounty”, “Purple Hearts” and was featured in those during 1984.
- Songs from the movie such as “Lady Luck” added to the film’s atmosphere.
- The film was directed by Amos Poe and written by Amos Poe and Gregory K. Heller.
- Apart from the main characters, an ensemble of actors played various roles and contributed to the film’s narrative.
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7830603
- Longitude: -73.9712488
- Place ID: ChIJYeZuBI9YwokRjMDs_IEyCwo
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Manhattan, New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: East Village, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7264773
- Longitude: -73.98153370000001
- Place ID: ChIJRU7M53dZwokR7GgPQPM1qW8
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: East Village, New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Alphabet City, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.7258428
- Longitude: -73.9774916
- Place ID: ChIJqSykgndZwokRtPVmcoYfsxc
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Alphabet City, New York, NY 10009, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
- Location Name: Lower East Side, Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA
- Latitude: 40.715033
- Longitude: -73.9842724
- Place ID: ChIJ64usFYBZwokRcGprpf5JuFk
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Lower East Side, New York, NY, USA
- Timezone: America/New_York
