Slums of Beverly Hills
Summary:
Tamara Jenkins wrote and directed this comedy-drama depicting the experience of growing up poor in the 90210 zip code, told from the point of view of Vivian Abramowitz (Natasha Lyonne), a teen who lives a nomadic existence in the outskirts of Beverly Hills with her single, divorced father, Murray (Alan Arkin) and her two young brothers (David Krumholtz, Eli Marienthal). As... Full Summary >>
Cast:
Natasha Lyonne - (Vivian)
Alan Arkin - (Murray)
Marisa Tomei - (Rita)
Kevin Corrigan - (Eliot)
Eli Marienthal - (Rickey)
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Review:
This wry, wise, and frequently hilarious coming-of-age story heralded the arrival of two compelling indie talents: debut writer/director Tamara Jenkins and first-time leading lady Natasha Lyonne. Together, these two women turn Slums of Beverly Hills into a quietly great picture full of unforced laughter and unexpected insight. It helps tha... Continue >>
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