Anyone who grew up on or near urban streets in the northeast will really relate to this movie. Most people who grew up before video games, cable TV, and computers will probably relate to this movie. This would probably prove to be boring to younger viewers (too much black and white video), though it would give them a good look at how kids played long before technology. Usually, a pink Spalding ball was involved. Or bottle caps. Or tops. We gathered together with no umpires or referees. We agreed upon rules. We played with whomever was available and everyone played. As a group, we didn't tolerate cheating. We learned how to win and we learned how to lose. We got sweaty and dirty and bounced from one game to the next. We reported home for meals, then went back out again. We didn't worry about child molesters because we played in packs.We talked trash and related events while we played and rested. We made fun of each other and laughed.
All this without any parental involvement.
This video will either remind you about those times or teach you about them.
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Product Description:
Narrated by Hector Elizondo, with stories from Keith David, C. Everett Koop, Joe Pantoliano, Regis Philbin, Ray Romano, Curtis Sliwa, Mike Starr and many more...New York Street Games captures a special time in American history. From Boxball to Ring-o-leavio to Skully, the film addresses the social and cultural importance of these games and the sense of community they engendered. Enjoy it today!
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