On Time

On Time

"On Time. Let them know who is the boss. On Time. Albatross."

1987 · 9 min · ★ 7.0 · Comedy

Through the streets and boroughs of New York, Jimmy, a bicycle messenger from the Albatross Courier Company is out to deliver a package "on time". Braving the perilous city streets there's nothing Jimmy can't handle...or is there? This 1987 comedy classic short shown worldwide marked the debut of Director/Screenwriter Ari Taub and captured the spirit of low-budget filmmaking in New York City.

Directed by Ari Taub · Written by Ari Taub

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Cast

Hy Anzell Pop
Robert Bland Jimmy
Tony Didio Jr. Cop
Joe Manuella Client
Janice Nichol Woman hailing taxi
Dennis Paladino Boss
Larry Romano Fed Ex Driver
Stanley Taub Turnstile jumper/Hotdog vendor

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