Barriers
“Sometimes friendship can be dangerous.”
Synopsis
When Tori, an affluent urban teen, befriends Snake, a streetwise kid from Harlem, his concerned parents hire Phil to be his Nanny to watch out for him. Soon Snake's older and more dangerous brother emerges and Phil realizes the job is much more involved than she ever imagined. Quentin Crisp also stars as a strangely profound local deli-owner to advise Tori along the way.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
February 12, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alan Baxter
- Screenplay & Story
- Charles Ricciardi
- Original Title
- Barriers
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 36m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alan Baxter
Charles Ricciardi
Charles Ricciardi
Department Leadership Roster
Charles Ricciardi
Writer
Charles Ricciardi
Producer
Alan Baxter
Director
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Frequently Asked Questions About Barriers
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Barriers about?
When Tori, an affluent urban teen, befriends Snake, a streetwise kid from Harlem, his concerned parents hire Phil to be his Nanny to watch out for him. Soon Snake's older and more dangerous brother emerges and Phil realizes the job is much more involved than she ever imagined. Quentin Crisp also stars as a strangely profound local deli-owner to advise Tori along the way.
Who directed Barriers?
Barriers was directed by Alan Baxter.
Who stars in Barriers?
The principal cast of Barriers includes Sedly Bloomfield, Jamaul Roots, Geoff Garcy, Quentin Crisp, Annie Golden.
When was Barriers released and how long is it?
Barriers was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.