The Assistant
Synopsis
Daniel Petrie scripted and directed this Canadian-British film, an adaptation of the memorable 1957 Brooklyn-based novel by Brooklyn-born Bernard Malamud, author of The Natural. During the Depression, drifter Frank Alpine (Gil Bellows) and hobo Ward Minogue (Jaimz Woolvett) rob the small Bober family grocery. Minogue attacks frail Morris Bober (Armin Mueller-Stahl) because he has little money. Later, guilt sends Alpine back to the store, where he goes unrecognized and is hired by Bober as an assistant, despite the objections of Ida Bober (Joan Plowright). While Frank works the store, receiving miniscule wages, he falls for Bober's daughter, Helen (Kate Greenhouse), and Morris eventually learns who Frank really is.
Release History & Theatrical Window
January 1, 1997
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Daniel Petrie
- Original Title
- The Assistant
- Country of Origin
- Canada, United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 56m
- Production Studios
- Oasis International
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Daniel Petrie
Department Leadership Roster
Daniel Petrie
Director
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Assistant.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Assistant
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is The Assistant about?
Daniel Petrie scripted and directed this Canadian-British film, an adaptation of the memorable 1957 Brooklyn-based novel by Brooklyn-born Bernard Malamud, author of The Natural. During the Depression, drifter Frank Alpine (Gil Bellows) and hobo Ward Minogue (Jaimz Woolvett) rob the small Bober family grocery. Minogue attacks frail Morris Bober (Armin Mueller-Stahl) because he has little money. Later, guilt sends Alpine back to the store, where he goes unrecognized and is hired by Bober as an assistant, despite the objections of Ida Bober (Joan Plowright). While Frank works the store, receiving miniscule wages, he falls for Bober's daughter, Helen (Kate Greenhouse), and Morris eventually learns who Frank really is.
Who directed The Assistant?
The Assistant was directed by Daniel Petrie.
Who stars in The Assistant?
The principal cast of The Assistant includes Not specified.
When was The Assistant released and how long is it?
The Assistant was released in 1997 with a total runtime of 1h 56m.