Went to Coney Island on a Mission from God... Be Back by Five
Genres
Overview
Two young men who have been friends since early childhood decide to go on a trip to find a third friend who has long since disappeared. Stories they have heard indicate that the friend has been seen in an apparently rambling, incoherent state at Coney Island. Their trip leads them to a number of adventures involving the otherworld-like life at the Park and revelations related to their own pasts including the death of one's sister, a failed past relationship, financial failings, and alcoholism.
Details
Budget
$0
Revenue
$0
Runtime
94 min
Release Date
1998-01-01
Status
Released
Original Language
English
Vote Count
6
Vote Average
4.3
Jon Cryer
Daniel
Rick Stear
Stan
Rafael Báez
Richie
Ione Skye
Gabby
Frank Whaley
Skee-Ball Weasel
Peter Gerety
Maurice
Akili Prince
Julie
Aesha Waks
Cindy Goldclang
Dominic Chianese
Mickey (The Photographer)
Susan Foster
Jennifer
Christina Hernandez
Alegra, Richie's sister
William Wise
Sexy Larry (The Store Owner)
Patricia Mauceri
Mrs. Muñoz
Leslie Hendrix
The Bearded Lady
Jesse Lenat
Jojo
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