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On the Bowery
On the Bowery

On the Bowery

Genres

DocumentaryDrama

OverView

A mix of documentary and scripted footage on the Bowery, New York City's skid row. Against a backdrop of men (and a few women) drinking in bars, talking and arguing, and sleeping on sidewalks, we have the story of Ray.

Others

Budget

$--

Revenue

$--

Status

Released

Original Language

English

Runtime

65 mins

Rating

6.6/10

Release Date

18 March 1957

Country

United States of America

Cast

Ray Salyer

Ray Salyer

Self

Gorman Hendricks

Gorman Hendricks

Self

Frank Matthews

Frank Matthews

Self

George L. Bolton

George L. Bolton

Self - Minister, Bowery Mission (uncredited)

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