Chinese Coffee
“There's a fine line between friendship and betrayal.”
Synopsis
When Harry Levine, an aging, unsuccessful Greenwich Village writer, is fired from his job as restaurant doorman, he calls on friend and mentor Jake, ostensibly to collect a long-standing debt.
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Trailer : Chinese coffee
Type: Trailer • Published 2022-10-11
Top Cast
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Al Pacino
Harry Levine
Jerry Orbach
Jake Manheim
Susan Floyd
Joanna
Ellen McElduff
Mavis
Michel Moinot
Maurice
Judette Jones
Supermarket cashier
Paul J.Q. Lee
Counterman
Joel Eidelsberg
Harry's Brother
Maria Gentile
Sarah / Bellydancer
Christopher Evan Welch
Hamlet Actor
Neal Jones
Etecoles / Actor in Play
Laura Esterman
Actor in Play/Messenger
Hazelle Goodman
Cafe Dante Waitress
James Bulleit
Sgt. Boyle - Undercover Cop #1
Mark Scarola
Undercover Cop #2
Release History & Theatrical Window
September 2, 2000
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Al Pacino
- Screenplay & Story
- Ira Lewis
- Original Score
- Elmer Bernstein
- Original Title
- Chinese Coffee
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 39m
- Production Studios
- Chal Productions, The Shooting Gallery
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Al Pacino
Ira Lewis
Elmer Bernstein
Frank Prinzi
Noah Herzog, Michael Berenbaum, Pasquale Buba
Michael Hadge, Larry Meistrich, Robert Salerno, Anne D'Amato
Department Leadership Roster
Al Pacino
Director
Ira Lewis
Writer
Michael Hadge
Producer
Larry Meistrich
Producer
Noah Herzog
Editor
Michael Berenbaum
Editor
Pasquale Buba
Editor
Frank Prinzi
Director of Photography
Franne Lee
Costume Design
Robert Salerno
Producer
Wing Lee
Production Design
Elmer Bernstein
Original Music Composer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Chinese Coffee
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What is Chinese Coffee about?
When Harry Levine, an aging, unsuccessful Greenwich Village writer, is fired from his job as restaurant doorman, he calls on friend and mentor Jake, ostensibly to collect a long-standing debt.
Who directed Chinese Coffee?
Chinese Coffee was directed by Al Pacino.
Who stars in Chinese Coffee?
The principal cast of Chinese Coffee includes Al Pacino, Jerry Orbach, Susan Floyd, Ellen McElduff, Michel Moinot.
When was Chinese Coffee released and how long is it?
Chinese Coffee was released in 2000 with a total runtime of 1h 39m.
Who composed the musical score for Chinese Coffee?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Chinese Coffee was composed by Elmer Bernstein.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Chinese Coffee?
Chinese Coffee holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).