The Collector of Bedford Street
Synopsis
The Collector of Bedford Street is a 2002 documentary film about director Alice Elliott's neighbor, Larry Selman, a community activist and fundraiser who had an intellectual disability. When Larry's primary caregiver becomes unable to care for him, his New York City neighborhood community rallies together to protect his independent lifestyle by establishing an adult trust fund in his behalf. The film was nominated for the 2002 Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject.
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June 1, 2002
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Alice Elliott
- Original Score
- Joel Goodman
- Original Title
- The Collector of Bedford Street
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 36m
- Production Studios
- New Day Films
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Alice Elliott
Joel Goodman
Cynthia Wade, Alice Elliott
Melissa Hacker
Alice Elliott
Department Leadership Roster
Alice Elliott
Director
Alice Elliott
Producer
Melissa Hacker
Editor
Cynthia Wade
Director of Photography
Alice Elliott
Director of Photography
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What is The Collector of Bedford Street about?
The Collector of Bedford Street is a 2002 documentary film about director Alice Elliott's neighbor, Larry Selman, a community activist and fundraiser who had an intellectual disability. When Larry's primary caregiver becomes unable to care for him, his New York City neighborhood community rallies together to protect his independent lifestyle by establishing an adult trust fund in his behalf. The film was nominated for the 2002 Academy Award for Best Documentary Short Subject.
Who directed The Collector of Bedford Street?
The Collector of Bedford Street was directed by Alice Elliott.
Who stars in The Collector of Bedford Street?
The principal cast of The Collector of Bedford Street includes Larry Selman.
When was The Collector of Bedford Street released and how long is it?
The Collector of Bedford Street was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 36m.
Who composed the musical score for The Collector of Bedford Street?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Collector of Bedford Street was composed by Joel Goodman.