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Timothy "Speed" Levitch

This black-and-white low-budget documentary focuses on garrulous guide Timothy "Speed" Levitch, who talks to tourists traveling on the Gray Line's double-decker Manhattan tour buses. Getting to the co... read more read more...re of the Big Apple, the loquacious Levitch is a font of factoids, noting the residences of such past famed figures as Henry Miller, Thomas Paine, Edgar Allan Poe, Mark Twain, John Reed, and Edith Wharton) as he delivers diatribes, spouts quotes, and offers opinions, revealing his love-hate relationship with New York City. Shot in video with a blow-up to 35mm, The Cruise was shown at the 1998 L.A. Independent Film Festival. ~ Bhob Stewart, Rovi

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PG-13, 1 hr. 16 min.

Directed by: Bennett Miller

Release Date: October 23, 1998

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DVD Release Date: March 7, 2005

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  • April 13, 2010
    Documentary with New York City tour guide Tim Levich. I watched this because it was on an interview with actor Edward Norton's, and this was among his 5 favorite films. I liked his other 4, so thought I would give it a try. It was interesting, I can't say I loved it though. Tim L... read moreevich is as fascinating as he is informative as he is irritating. Wonderful footage of New York, and even though I have lived there in the past, I still learned new things. Not for all tastes, but admire the effort.

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Mike McGranaghan
September 28, 2002
Mike McGranaghan, Aisle Seat

Is there a more annoying person than Timothy Speed Levitch?

Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat
March 3, 2002
Frederic and Mary Ann Brussat, Spirituality and Practice

A zany, bizarre documentary that matches the energy and eccentricity of New York City. Full Review

Dennis Schwartz
January 1, 2000
Dennis Schwartz, Ozus' World Movie Reviews

The documentary works so well because Speed's for real, as is his flowery monologue and his genuine NYC nasal accent. Full Review

David Luty
January 1, 2000
David Luty, Film Journal International

Levitch is a subject compelling enough to remind us of the ecstatic joy that can come from the simple act of walking through a door. Full Review

Michael Dequina
January 1, 2000
Michael Dequina, TheMovieReport.com

A most unique character study. Full Review

Todd McCarthy
March 26, 2009
Todd McCarthy, Variety

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July 21, 2005
Houston Chronicle

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Jeff Strickler
November 6, 2002
Jeff Strickler, Minneapolis Star Tribune

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February 14, 2001
Los Angeles Times

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Joe Baltake
January 1, 2000
Joe Baltake, Sacramento Bee

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