Backstreet Dreams
Originally released in 1990. Backstreet Dreams is a drama film. directed by Rupert Hitzig.
Starring Brooke Shields, Jason O'Malley, and Sherilyn Fenn
Synopsis
Caught in the web of inner city violence, extortion and drugs, Dean Costello is a small-time gangster with big-time dreams for himself and his autistic son, Shane. When his marriage to Ludy falls apart the doctors tell Dean that there is no hope for his son, he turns to a wealthy child psychologist, Stephanie "Stevie" Bloom in a final effort to reach Shane. Stevie tries to convince Dean that he must commit himself to Shane and leave behind his life on the streets. But Dean's violent world continues to haunt him, and threatens to destroy the dreams he has for his son, for himself, and for Stevie. In a final battle, he must face overwhelming odds... alone.
Quick Facts
Release Date
September 29, 1990
35 years ago
Runtime
1h 44m
104 minutes total
User Rating
5.0/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Budget
$20M
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $20,000,000
Production Companies
- O'Malley Film
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Backstreet Dreams about?
Caught in the web of inner city violence, extortion and drugs, Dean Costello is a small-time gangster with big-time dreams for himself and his autistic son, Shane. When his marriage to Ludy falls a...
Who directed Backstreet Dreams?
Backstreet Dreams was directed by Rupert Hitzig.
How long is Backstreet Dreams?
Backstreet Dreams has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
When was Backstreet Dreams released?
Backstreet Dreams was released on September 29, 1990 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Backstreet Dreams?
The main cast of Backstreet Dreams includes Brooke Shields, Jason O'Malley, Sherilyn Fenn, Tony Fields, Nick Cassavetes.