# The Wanderers (1979)

> A lively Bronx coming-of-age drama follows Italian-American teens whose romances, rivalries, and gang loyalties collide with the end of an era.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/193

## Facts

- Runtime: 117 min
- Genres: Drama
- Director: Philip Kaufman
- Cast: Ken Wahl, John Friedrich, Karen Allen, Toni Kalem, Alan Rosenberg, Jim Youngs, Tony Ganios, Linda Manz
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0080117/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: strong
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: moderate
- Mood: nostalgic, witty, restless, nostalgic movie night, classic film night

## Synopsis

A nostalgic journey through the Bronx, where youth and rebellion collide in a vibrant musical backdrop.

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