City of Hope (1991)
Erscheinungsjahr: 1991
Land: United States
Alternative Title: La ciudad de la esperanza, Vida de Cidade, Stadt der Hoffnung, Ciudad de esperanza, La ciutat de l'esperança, Toivon kaupunki, I poli tis elpidas, A remény városa, La città della speranza, Miasto nadziei, Город надежды
Regisseur: John Sayles
Writer: John Sayles
Production Genre
Produzent: Producer: Maggie Renzi, Sarah Green
Executive Producer: Harold Welb, John Sloss
Firmen: Esperanza Films Inc., The Samuel Goldwyn Company
Genre: Drama
Budget: 3.000.000
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Schlüsselwörter
Schlüsselwörter: american way of life, drug abuse, kids, new jersey, politics, urban life, vietnam war, xenophobia
Geschichte
City of Hope follows several interconnected storylines set in an unnamed New Jersey city. The primary narrative revolves around Nick Rinaldi (Vincent Spano), a contractor who has been supported by his wealthy father throughout his life but feels disillusioned with his existence. Meanwhile, an unstable homeless man named Asteroid (Anthony John Denison) struggles to maintain his sanity amidst the harsh urban environment. Another key character is Wynn Dragonfly (Christopher Walken), an idealistic young politician trying to make a difference in the city's politics. The film explores themes of urban conflict and corruption as these characters navigate their lives, with Nick grappling with his family legacy and his role in shaping the city's future.
Zusammenfassung
City of Hope is a 1991 American drama film directed by John Sayles, set in an unnamed New Jersey city. The movie explores the complex dynamics of urban life through interconnected stories of various residents. Key themes include disillusionment with American society, drug abuse, politics, and the struggle to maintain one's ideals amidst corruption. Despite its grim setting and subject matter, the film offers a nuanced portrayal of the characters and their interactions, reflecting Sayles' signature humanistic approach.
