Chelsea on the Rocks

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Theatrical Release Date:

10/02/2009

DVD Release Date:

05/04/2010

Run Time:

84min.

Director(s):

Abel Ferrara

MPAA Rating:

Not Yet Rated

Genre(s):

Documentary,Epic and Historical,Special Interest

Plot: The Chelsea Hotel has long been considered the creative epicenter of New York City, a sort of unofficial gathering point for the most renowned artists and entertainers that the city has to offer. Read More

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