West 47th Street (2001): cast, story & where to watch
2001 · Film · ★ 8
Released in 2001, West 47th Street is a documentary film directed by June Peoples, running about 104 minutes.
What it’s about. Life on the streets of New York City for the poor and homeless is an unforgiving struggle. For those who also battle mental illness, it is marked by the additional pressures of fear, isolation and misunderstanding. "West 47th Street," a remarkable new film, takes its cameras into the heart of the struggle as it rejects the invisibility of the mentally ill who inhabit America's urban streets. Filmed over three years at Fountain House, a renowned 50-year-old rehabilitation center in New York, West 47th Street reveals the human face of mental illness — and the faith and courage with which its victims fight to recover control of their lives.
How it landed. With an audience score of 8.0/10, West 47th Street sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. In US you can rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch West 47th Street page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch West 47th Street (2001)?
- In US, West 47th Street is available to rent or buy from Amazon Video. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is West 47th Street worth watching?
- West 47th Street holds an audience score of 8.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was West 47th Street released?
- West 47th Street was released in 2001, with a runtime of about 104 minutes.