The Photographer (2000)
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Several stalwarts of the New York independent film scene make appearances in this tale of a creatively frustrated photographer and his search through the streets of Manhattan for ten mysterious snapshots which may hold the key to continued success. The film opens as Max (Reg Rogers), a former… More Several stalwarts of the New York independent film scene make appearances in this tale of a creatively frustrated photographer and his search through the streets of Manhattan for ten mysterious snapshots which may hold the key to continued success. The film opens as Max (Reg Rogers), a former wunderkind in the city's art scene, awaits his eagerly-anticipated follow-up show. Although it's been a year since his big splash, Max has nothing to show for himself -- the pressure of his success has left him creatively stunted. His luck changes, however, when an enigmatic barfly shares a beer and some conversation with Max at a bowery-area watering hole. On the bar, the man leaves behind an envelope with ten stunning photographs. Hoping to pass them off as his own, Max leaves, elated -- only to have his artistic gift nabbed by muggers. Our hero spends the rest of the evening on a goose chase through the armpits of the city, encountering lovable misfits at every turn. Writer-director Jeremy Stein populates his debut feature with a wide array of notable N.Y.C. character actors, including John Heard, Maggie Gyllenhaal, and Tom Noonan. ~ Michael Hastings, Rovi
- Directed By
- Jeremy Stein
- Written By
- Jeremy Stein
- Genres
- Drama, Comedy
R,
- In Theaters
- Jan 1, 2000 Wide
Critic Reviews
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Robert Roten, Laramie Movie Scope
Beautiful to look at, but the script is ragged.
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Derek Smith, Apollo Guide
There are no extras on the disc.
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Derek Smith, Apollo Guide
Disappoints because it's an independent film that's as predictable and cliché-ridden as a weak, formulaic studio picture.
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Cast
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Reg Rogers
as Max
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Mary Alice
as Violet
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Marisa Berenson
as Julie Mooris
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Rob Campbell
as Romeo
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Maggie Gyllenhaal
as Mira
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Anthony Michael Hall
as Greg
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John Heard
as Marcello
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Tina Holmes
as Amy
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Tom Noonan
as Butler
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Kristen Wilson
as Schuyler
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Siobhan Fallon
as Crazy Lady
- Chris Bauer
