
Fifty Miles from Times Square
1981, English. Directed by John Cohen.
A colorful portrait of life in Putnam County, New York, with its "old-time fiddlers, farmers, commuters, and hippies," where an earlier, more traditional, relaxed style of life continues. This now-classic documentary will generate discussion in a range of classes in American studies, cultural anthropology, sociology, and popular culture. It was produced by renowned filmmaker and musician John Cohen.
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- 1 January 1981
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Who directed Fifty Miles from Times Square?
Fifty Miles from Times Square (1981) was directed by John Cohen.