Yonkers Joe Synopsis & Summary
Synopsis
Robert Celestino's drama Yonkers Joe stars Chazz Palminteri as an aging gambler and professional cheat. Although Joe is quite good at his various unethical endeavors, he feels guilt about his chosen profession. He has a grown son (Tom Guiry) who suffers from Down syndrome, and the dad firmly believes that the ailment is some sort of punishment. When the difficult to control son leaves the institution that has cared for him, Yonkers Joe tries to reconnect with him, while also planning a big score that will allow the son to live in comfort and safety. - Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide
Movie Info
Starring:
Theatrical Release Date:
01/09/2009
DVD Release Date:
05/19/2009
Rating:
R
MPAA Reasons:
for language including sexual references.
Run Time:
102 min.
Distributor(s):
Magnolia
Director(s):
Genre(s):
Themes:
One Last Heist, Redemption, Cons and Scams, Fathers and Sons
Tone:
Gritty, Rousing, Somber
Keywords:
Down-syndrome, con/scam, gambling, son
Country of Origin:
USA - Limited (01-09-2009)
Language:
English
Status:
DVD
