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This Is the Bowery

This Is the Bowery

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Documentary
📜 Overview: In this somewhat whitewashed documentary on Manhattan's Bowery a newcomer to the area takes his first step toward redemption after a meal, bed, and inspiring talk.
🌏 Languages Available: English
📆 Date Released: 1941-05-31
⌚ Running Time: 11 mins
⭐ Vote Average: 5.7

Beloved Cast

John Nesbitt original image
Narrator
John Nesbitt

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