On the Bowery

On the Bowery

1957 · 65 min · ★ 6.7 · Documentary, Drama

A mix of documentary and scripted footage on the Bowery, New York City's skid row. Against a backdrop of men (and a few women) drinking in bars, talking and arguing, and sleeping on sidewalks, we have the story of Ray.

Directed by Lionel Rogosin · Written by Mark Sufrin

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Ray Salyer Self
Gorman Hendricks Self
Frank Matthews Self
George L. Bolton Self - Minister, Bowery Mission (uncredited)

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