City Island(2009)
“Truth is stranger than family”
Overview
The Rizzos, a family who doesn't share their habits, aspirations, and careers with one another, find their delicate web of lies disturbed by the arrival of a young ex-con brought home by Vince, the patriarch of the family, who is a corrections officer in real life, and a hopeful actor in private.
Director
Raymond De Felitta
Studio
Filmsmith Productions
Budget
$6M
Revenue
$8M
Cast
Andy Garcia
as Vince Rizzo
Julianna Margulies
as Joyce Rizzo
Steven Strait
as Tony
Emily Mortimer
as Molly Charlesworth
Ezra Miller
as Vincent "Vinnie" Rizzo, Jr.
Dominik Garcia
as Vivian Rizzo
Carrie Baker Reynolds
as Denise
Hope Glendon-Ross
as Cheryl
Alan Arkin
as Michael Malakov
Louis Mustillo
as Bruno
Jee Young Han
as Casting Assistant
Sarah Saltzberg
as Casting Director
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2009
Runtime
1h 44m
Language
English
Rating
6.9 / 10
Budget
$6M
Box Office
$8M
Production Companies
Filmsmith Productions • CineSon Entertainment • Medici Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch City Island?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for City Island (2009).
What is City Island about?▼
The Rizzos, a family who doesn't share their habits, aspirations, and careers with one another, find their delicate web of lies disturbed by the arrival of a young ex-con brought home by Vince, the patriarch of the family, who is a corrections officer in real life, and a hopeful actor in private.
Who directed City Island?▼
City Island was directed by Raymond De Felitta and released in 2009. It is a drama, comedy film.
How long is City Island?▼
City Island has a runtime of 1 hours and 44 minutes (104 minutes total).
Who stars in City Island?▼
The cast of City Island includes Andy Garcia as Vince Rizzo, Julianna Margulies as Joyce Rizzo, Steven Strait as Tony, Emily Mortimer as Molly Charlesworth, Ezra Miller as Vincent "Vinnie" Rizzo, Jr. and more.
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