Leo Russo lives a seemingly simple life in Queens with his wife Angela and their son “Sticks,” who finds success on his high school basketball team. Leo’s eagerness to help Sticks secure a basketball scholarship leads to family tensions and personal challenges, highlighting the dynamic relationships within their close-knit Italian-American family.
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Length: 1h 47m
Genre: Comedy, Drama
This Title is: Heartfelt, Family-oriented
Cast
Ray Romano, Laurie Metcalf, Jacob Ward, Sadie Stanley, Sebastian Maniscalco
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: R – Language and some thematic elements
Trivia
- The movie marks Ray Romano’s directorial debut.
- It premiered at the Tribeca Film Festival in June 2022 before its theatrical release.
- The script was co-written by Romano and Mark Stegemann.
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With a directorial debut by Ray Romano, “Somewhere in Queens” offers a touching exploration of family dynamics and personal dreams. The film’s portrayal of a father’s ambition for his son’s future amidst their simple life in Queens is met with both humor and drama, resonating well with audiences looking for a heartfelt story.
