Summer of Sam (1999) | Streaming Guide & Showtimes
Summer of Sam (1999) — Spike Lee's take on the "Son of Sam" murders in New York City during the Streaming on Criterion Channel.
Summer of Sam (1999) Storyline
Spike Lee's take on the "Son of Sam" murders in New York City during the summer of 1977 centering on the residents of an Italian-American Northeast Bronx neighborhood who live in fear and distrust of one another.
Full Cast & Crew
- John Leguizamo as Vinny
- Adrien Brody as Ritchie
- Mira Sorvino as Dionna
- Jennifer Esposito as Ruby
- Michael Rispoli as Joey T
- Saverio Guerra as Woodstock
- Brian Tarantina as Bobby Del Fiore
- Al Palagonia as Anthony
- Ken Garito as Brian
- Bebe Neuwirth as Gloria
- Patti LuPone as Helen
- Mike Starr as Eddie
- Anthony LaPaglia as Detective Lou Petrocelli
- Roger Guenveur Smith as Detective Curt Atwater
- Ben Gazzara as Luigi
Why Watch Summer of Sam?
The Vibe: Summer of Sam is a captivating and well-crafted crime movie that firmly establishes itself as a must-watch from 1999. The pacing and atmosphere are perfectly calibrated to keep you engaged from start to finish.
Fan Reception: While holding a polarized score of 6.5/10, it retains a dedicated audience who appreciate its specific stylistic choices and unique premise.
Who Should Watch It: Highly recommended for general audiences and genre enthusiasts. If you enjoy character-driven arcs layered with crime-specific tropes, this deserves a spot on your watchlist.
Movie Details & Production
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