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Backstreet Dreams

Drama
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1990-09-29
1h 44m
English
Released
O'Malley Film

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Caught in the web of inner city violence, extortion and drugs, Dean Costello is a small-time gangster with big-time dreams for himself and his autistic son, Shane. When his marriage to Ludy falls apart the doctors tell Dean that there is no hope for his son, he turns to a wealthy child psychologist, Stephanie "Stevie" Bloom in a final effort to reach Shane. Stevie tries to convince Dean that he must commit himself to Shane and leave behind his life on the streets. But Dean's violent world continues to haunt him, and threatens to destroy the dreams he has for his son, for himself, and for Stevie. In a final battle, he must face overwhelming odds... alone.

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About Backstreet Dreams

Caught in the web of inner city violence, extortion and drugs, Dean Costello is a small-time gangster with big-time dreams for himself and his autistic son, Shane. When his marriage to Ludy falls apart the doctors tell Dean that there is no hope for his son, he turns to a wealthy child psychologist, Stephanie "Stevie" Bloom in a final effort to reach Shane. Stevie tries to convince Dean that he must commit himself to Shane and leave behind his life on the streets. But Dean's violent world continues to haunt him, and threatens to destroy the dreams he has for his son, for himself, and for Stevie. In a final battle, he must face overwhelming odds... alone. Running 104 minutes.

Backstreet Dreams Cast and Characters

The cast features Brooke Shields (as Stevie), Jason O'Malley (as Dean), Sherilyn Fenn (as Lucy), Tony Fields (as Manny), and Nick Cassavetes (as Mikey). Their performances are a major reason Backstreet Dreams has built such a passionate audience.

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Backstreet Dreams flies under the radar but it deserves your attention. What makes it work is emotional weight that hits where it counts. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of film you'll end up recommending to friends.

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Backstreet Dreams runs for 104 minutes (about 1.7 hours).

Is Backstreet Dreams good? What's the rating?

Backstreet Dreams holds a 5.2/10 rating based on 9 reviews — a niche pick worth checking out.

Who is in the cast of Backstreet Dreams?

The main cast includes Brooke Shields, Jason O'Malley, Sherilyn Fenn, and Tony Fields, plus a strong supporting ensemble.

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Backstreet Dreams was released in 1990.

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What is Backstreet Dreams about?

Backstreet Dreams is a Drama English-language film. Caught in the web of inner city violence, extortion and drugs, Dean Costello is a small-time gangster with big-time dreams for himself and his autistic son, Shane. When his marriage to Ludy falls apart the doctors tell Dean that there is no hope for his son, he turns to a wealthy child psychologist, Stephanie "Stevie" Bloom in a final effort to reach Shane. Stevie tries to convince Dean that he must commit himself to Shane and leave behind his life on the streets. But Dean's violent world continues to haunt him, and threatens to destroy the dreams he has for his son, for himself, and for Stevie. In a final battle, he must face overwhelming odds... alone.

When was Backstreet Dreams released?

Backstreet Dreams was released on September 29, 1990. It has a runtime of 1h 44m. The film was produced by O'Malley Film.

Who stars in Backstreet Dreams?

Backstreet Dreams stars Brooke Shields, Jason O'Malley, Sherilyn Fenn and Tony Fields. The full cast list is available in the Cast section above.

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