Washington Heights movie poster

Washington Heights

"Washington Heights Get Out!"

May 22, 2002 1h 29m 7.3/10 (5 votes)

Originally released in 2002. Washington Heights is a drama/romance film. directed by Alfredo De Villa. At just 89 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Tomas Milian, Manny Perez, and Danny Hoch

Synopsis

"Washington Heights" tells the story of Carlos Ramirez, a young illustrator burning to escape the Latino neighborhood of the same name to make a splash in New York City's commercial downtown comic book scene. When his father, who owns a bodega in the Heights, is shot in a burglary attempt, Carlos is forced to put his dream on hold and run the store. In the process, he comes to understand that if he is to make it as a comic artist, he must engage with the community he comes from, take that experience back out into the world, and put it in his work.

Quick Facts

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Release Date May 22, 2002 23 years ago
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Runtime 1h 29m 89 minutes total
User Rating 7.3/10 Great (5 votes)
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Budget $210K Production budget
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Box Office $156K 0.7x return
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$210,000
Revenue
$156,021

Production Companies

  • Stolen Car Productions
  • Ex-Bo Productions
  • AsDuesDon

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Washington Heights about?

"Washington Heights" tells the story of Carlos Ramirez, a young illustrator burning to escape the Latino neighborhood of the same name to make a splash in New York City's commercial downtown comic ...

Who directed Washington Heights?

Washington Heights was directed by Alfredo De Villa.

How long is Washington Heights?

Washington Heights has a runtime of 1 hours and 29 minutes (89 minutes total).

When was Washington Heights released?

Washington Heights was released on May 22, 2002 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Washington Heights?

The main cast of Washington Heights includes Tomas Milian, Manny Perez, Danny Hoch, Bobby Cannavale, Jude Ciccolella.