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The Connection

19621h 43mShirley Clarke

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"Men Held Captive By the Power Of Drugs"

Eight drug addicts are waiting for their connection in a New York apartment while a two-man documentary team films the proceedings. Things go out of control as the men grow increasingly nervous and the cameraman keeps recording.

Drama
New York CityHeroinDrug AddictionMockumentaryLoftFake DocumentaryWoman DirectorPseudo-documentaryThe Living Theatre

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What is The Connection (1962) about?

Eight drug addicts are waiting for their connection in a New York apartment while a two-man documentary team films the proceedings. Things go out of control as the men grow increasingly nervous and the cameraman keeps recording.

Who stars in The Connection?

The Connection stars Warren Finnerty (Leach), Jerome Raphael (Solly), Garry Goodrow (Ernie), Carl Lee (Cowboy), Barbara Winchester (Sister Salvation). The film was directed by Shirley Clarke.

How long is The Connection?

The Connection has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1962.

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