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Arts and Culture / A Festival of New Italian American Cinema

Brooklyn Lobster (Kevin Jordan, 2005; 90 min.)

(September 26, 2008)

With Danny Aiello, Jane Curtin, Daniel Sauli, Marisa Ryan, Heather Burns

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Brooklyn Lobster features a lobster farm called Giorgio’s Lobster Farm stationed in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn that has proudly given New York State the freshest and best tasting seafood for over 65 years.

 

Frank Giorgio, the owner of the farm, stumbles upon severe money problems after his bank that handles his business loan forecloses. It turns out to be a huge blow to Frank’s self esteem, who bases his self worth upon the gleaming success of his business.

 

Consequently, each family member suffers strains in their personal lives and relationships, particularly with Frank, as he becomes estranged from both his wife and children. He is forced to discover new ways to keep their renowned business open for their customers and to preserve their family tradition, despite his stubborn adherence to old practices and customs.
 


Additional Facts:


- Inspired by Kevin Jordan’s actual family-run fish shop called Jordan’s Lobster Deck in Sheepshead Bay

- Based on a true story