The Panic in Needle Park

Drama, Romance, Crime

🎬 Critics Choice Nominee

Director Jerry Schatzberg

Status Released

Release Date 1971-06-01

Storyline

A stark portrayal of life among a group of heroin addicts who hang out in Needle Park in New York City. Played against this setting is a low-key love story between Bobby, a young addict and small-time hustler, and Helen, a homeless girl who finds in her relationship with Bobby the stability she craves.

"God help Bobby and Helen, they're in love in Needle Park"