Street Smart 1987 follows a journalist who writes a story about a pimp without fact-checking, leading to trouble. His lies catch up to him and he must navigate the consequences. The movie is gritty and raw, like a punch to the gut. It shines a light on the darkness of society and the dangers of unchecked power.
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Review
So, you’re looking for a movie that’ll make you laugh, cry, and feel all the emotions in between? Look no further than “Street Smart,” a classic film that has stood the test of time.
Let’s start with the plot. The movie follows magazine writer Jonathan Fisher (played by Christopher Reeve), who needs to come up with an article about prostitution in New York City. To get some real street smarts, he interviews a pimp named Fast Black (Morgan Freeman), but unintentionally paints him as a hero and becomes embroiled in his dangerous world.
The storyline itself is gripping and intense, but what really makes “Street Smart” stand out is the incredible acting from the entire cast. Reeve delivers a nuanced performance as a flawed character driven by ambition, while Freeman’s portrayal of Fast Black is simultaneously sympathetic and terrifying. It’s no wonder he received an Oscar nomination for his role.
The supporting cast also shines, including Kathy Baker as Punchy, Fast Black’s long-suffering girlfriend, and Andre Gregory as Jonathan’s editor at the magazine. Each character brings their own complexities to the story, making it all the more compelling.
But beyond just the acting and storyline, there are so many interesting facts about “Street Smart” that make it worth revisiting. For example, did you know that it was one of Freeman’s breakout roles that helped him gain recognition as an actor? Or that Reeve was initially hesitant to take on such a dark and complex role?
The score and popularity of this film also deserve mentioning- with its jazzy soundtrack and themes of love and redemption resonating with audiences over three decades later.
And let’s not forget about the cinematography. Director Jerry Schatzberg expertly captures both the grittiness of New York City streets and the beauty of its skyline. The film’s use of light and shadow creates atmosphere and tension in every scene.
Looking back on the film, it’s clear that “Street Smart” was ahead of its time in many ways. Its exploration of race, class, and power dynamics is just as relevant today as it was in 1987. It’s a film that asks important questions about journalism ethics and the responsibility media has to accurately portray marginalized communities.
Of course, no film is without its criticisms, and “Street Smart” is no exception. Some have pointed out that the portrayal of sex workers can be problematic, while others feel that the film leans too heavily into cliches about urban crime and violence.
But ultimately, these criticisms don’t detract from what makes “Street Smart” such an enduring classic. It’s a movie that offers a raw and authentic look at a world many of us may never experience firsthand. It has heart, depth, and soul- all things that Brené Brown would surely appreciate.
In fact, there’s a quote Brown uses often that I believe applies perfectly to “Street Smart,” “Vulnerability sounds like truth and feels like courage.” And indeed this movie has truthfulness strewn throughout it with courage to match.
So grab some popcorn, settle in for an emotional journey through New York City’s underbelly- you won’t regret spending some time with this classic film.
Technical Data
- Runtime : 97
- Release : 1987-03-20
- Genre : Thriller, Crime, Drama
- Cast : Christopher Reeve as Jonathan Fisher, Kathy Baker as Punchy, Mimi Rogers as Alison Parker, Jay Patterson as Leonard Pike, Andre Gregory as Ted Avery
- Crew : Priscilla Nedd-Friendly as Editor, Joy Todd as Casting, Dan Leigh as Production Design, Menahem Golan as Producer, Yoram Globus as Producer
- Popularity 7.756
- Budget : 0
- Revenue : 0
- Company : Golan-Globus Productions, Cannon Group
- Summary : A New York journalist lies when his fake story about a pimp describes a real pimp up for murder.
- Tagline : Never let the truth ruin a good story.
