New York Street Games - The Movie

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Created By: Craig Lifschutz, Producer
Latest Activity: Mar 29

About The Movie

New York Street Games discusses the origins of the street games that were played and shared by all children within inner city neighborhoods. The film profiles all of the games we played and loved as kids. We revisit Stickball, Boxball, Skully, Punchball, Ring-a-Levio, Jonny on a Pony, Stoopball, Over the Line, Chinese Handball and many more.

The film addresses the social and cultural importance of these games and the sense of community they engendered. Communities, and the games played on the streets of those communities, were a big part of our entertainment and our physical activity. We address why this no longer seems to be the case. We also debate if technology, which has been a major contributor to today’s more sedentary forms of entertainment, is good for children’s wellbeing.

New York Street Games captures a special time in American history and is a look back at all things great about New York and past generations.

Discussion Forum

New York of the 50's-early 70's
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I am so glad a flick is being made about the precious early years. I grew up in the Pelham Bay section of Da Bronx and now as I look back, it was a simple and very sweet time.We knew all our neighb... Continue

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