Directed by:
Frank R. PiersonScreenplay:
Frank R. PiersonCinematography:
Sven NykvistComposer:
David GrismanCast:
Sterling Hayden, Shelley Winters, Susan Sarandon, Brooke Shields, Annette O'Toole, Eric Roberts, Judd Hirsch, Annie Potts, Michael V. Gazzo, Alice Drummond (more)Plots(1)
Eric Roberts plays David, a typical New Yorker with a not so typical family history. When his grandfather dies, he bequeaths to him the title King of their gypsy tribe, outraging his passed over father (Judd Hirsch). The intriguing web of song, dance, treachery and superstition that makes up Gypsy culture proves too alluring for David to resist, and the audience is along for the ride. (official distributor synopsis)
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