Liberty Heights
“You're only young once, but you remember forever.”
Synopsis
This semi-autobiographical film by Barry Levinson follows various members of the Kurtzman clan, a Jewish family living in suburban Baltimore during the 1950s. As teenaged Ben completes high school, he falls for Sylvia, a black classmate, creating inevitable tensions. Meanwhile, Ben's brother, Van, attends college and becomes smitten with a mysterious woman while their father tries to maintain his burlesque business.
Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes
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Type: Trailer • Published 2013-09-19
Top Cast
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Adrien Brody
Van Kurtzman
Ben Foster
Ben Kurtzman
Orlando Jones
Little Melvin
Bebe Neuwirth
Ada Kurtzman
Joe Mantegna
Nate Kurtzman
David Krumholtz
Yussel
Rebekah Johnson
Sylvia
Richard Kline
Charlie, Nate's Assistant
Vincent Guastaferro
Pete, Nate's Assistant
Justin Chambers
Trey Tobelseted
Carolyn Murphy
Dubbie the Blonde
James Pickens Jr.
Sylvia's Father
Frania Rubinek
Grandma Rose
Anthony Anderson
Scribbles
Kiersten Warren
Annie the Stripper
Shane West
Ted
Cloie Wyatt Taylor
Gail
Kevin Sussman
Alan Joseph Zuckerman
Release History & Theatrical Window
November 17, 1999
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Barry Levinson
- Screenplay & Story
- Barry Levinson
- Original Score
- Andrea Morricone
- Original Title
- Liberty Heights
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- Yiddish, German, English
- Runtime
- 2h 7m
- Production Studios
- Warner Bros. Pictures, Spring Creek Pictures, Baltimore Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Barry Levinson
Barry Levinson
Andrea Morricone
Christopher Doyle
Stu Linder
Barry Levinson, Patrick McCormick, Paula Weinstein
Department Leadership Roster
Barry Levinson
Writer
Barry Levinson
Director
Conrad E. Palmisano
Stunt Coordinator
Christopher Doyle
Director of Photography
Gloria Gresham
Costume Design
Barry Levinson
Producer
Paula Weinstein
Producer
Andrea Morricone
Original Music Composer
Stu Linder
Editor
Vincent Peranio
Production Design
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.
Tous publics — Universal audience.
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Liberty Heights
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What is Liberty Heights about?
This semi-autobiographical film by Barry Levinson follows various members of the Kurtzman clan, a Jewish family living in suburban Baltimore during the 1950s. As teenaged Ben completes high school, he falls for Sylvia, a black classmate, creating inevitable tensions. Meanwhile, Ben's brother, Van, attends college and becomes smitten with a mysterious woman while their father tries to maintain his burlesque business.
Who directed Liberty Heights?
Liberty Heights was directed by Barry Levinson.
Who stars in Liberty Heights?
The principal cast of Liberty Heights includes Adrien Brody, Ben Foster, Orlando Jones, Bebe Neuwirth, Joe Mantegna.
When was Liberty Heights released and how long is it?
Liberty Heights was released in 1999 with a total runtime of 2h 7m.
Who composed the musical score for Liberty Heights?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Liberty Heights was composed by Andrea Morricone.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Liberty Heights?
Liberty Heights holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); FR: U (Tous publics — Universal audience.); US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).