Hester Street
"Goodbye O Lord, I'm Going To America!"
Originally released in 1975. Hester Street is a drama/romance film. directed by Joan Micklin Silver.
Starring Steven Keats, Carol Kane, and Mel Howard
Synopsis
A Russian emigre prides himself on the way he's molded himself into a real Yankee in the USA, though the world he lives in, New York's Lower East Side in the late 19th century, is almost exclusively populated by other Jewish immigrants. When his wife finally arrives in the New World, however, she has a lot of assimilating to do.
Quick Facts
Release Date
October 19, 1975
50 years ago
Runtime
1h 30m
90 minutes total
User Rating
6.1/10
Good (31 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Midwest Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hester Street about?
A Russian emigre prides himself on the way he's molded himself into a real Yankee in the USA, though the world he lives in, New York's Lower East Side in the late 19th century, is almost exclusivel...
Who directed Hester Street?
Hester Street was directed by Joan Micklin Silver.
How long is Hester Street?
Hester Street has a runtime of 1 hours and 30 minutes (90 minutes total).
When was Hester Street released?
Hester Street was released on October 19, 1975 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hester Street?
The main cast of Hester Street includes Steven Keats, Carol Kane, Mel Howard, Dorrie Kavanaugh, Doris Roberts.