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August 6, 2010

Last Summer at Coney Island

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If not for Bruce Ratner and Atlantic Yards, the pillaging of Coney Island would surely be a contender for Brooklyn's worst development tale ever.

Part of the BAMcinématek series Brooklyn Close-Up

Mon, Aug 9, 2010, 4:30, 6:50*, 9:30pm
*Q&A with director J.L. Aronson

Directed by J.L. Aronson

(2010) 94min

Coney Island revitalization: seaside salvation or Brooklyn boondoggle? Coinciding with the opening of a new Luna Park this summer, this timely documentary wrestles with the fate of “the world’s playground,” birthplace of the hot dog, and precious vestige of our nation’s past. Featuring interviews with longtime residents and key players on all sides of the recent scuffle, the film details the storied evolution of Coney Island and past and present plans to redevelop it. World premiere.

BAM Rose Cinemas
General Admission: $12
BAM Cinema Club members: $8

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Posted by eric at August 6, 2010 10:56 AM