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"Sidewalks of New York" Movie Review |
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Edward Burns wrote, directed, produced and stars in this blunt, tell-it-like-it-is romantic comedy. "Sidewalks of New York" showcases the grittier side of love, lust, and committed relationships. The film's an intelligent, frank - yet amusing - look at a group of New Yorkers whose lives intersect and are tossed about in tumultuous, though thoroughly believable, relationships.
The storyline advances through man-on-the-street style interviews with the off-screen interviewer asking pointed questions about love, sex, honesty, and commitments. Interviewees include Maria (Rosario Dawson), a recent divorcee, Ashley (Brittany Murphy), a bubbly young woman who is drawn to older, married men, Annie (Heather Graham), an overly optimistic wife who just so happens to be married to the man Ashley is currently sleeping with, Griffin (Stanley Tucci), Annie's cad husband, Ben (David Krumholtz) Maria's ex who cheated on her and is constantly on the make, and Tommy (Burns) who's fresh out of a long-term relationship that ended abruptly and acrimoniously. Possessing widely divergent viewpoints on love, these six lay bare their thoughts on finding the right person, or in some cases - on learning how to let go of the one who ultimately ended up being all wrong.
"Sidewalks of New York" is not the most relaxing film to watch due to its jerky, hand-held style of filming. Despite the jarring feel of the film, its commentary on relationships strikes a realistic note, making it an appealing and entertaining film for adults.
Overall Grade: B- Previous Articles |
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All six lead actors are refreshingly convincing - not a slouch in the bunch. With first-rate support from Dennis Farina, Aida Turturro and a handful of other actors, "Sidewalks of New York" successfully pulls off what could have degenerated into a film viewed as nothing more than an egotistical production by Edward Burns. Instead, Burns succeeds by doing an admirable job fulfilling all his various duties, and by having the foresight to surround himself with a talented cast. 
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