Why it may be worth watching
- The Shoemaker combines Drama elements in one feature.
- The principal cast includes Michael Kaves, Ava Lee Scott, Bree Michael Warner.
Movie
The Shoemaker
Before Nike, and Adidas, there was the Hi-Jo! Here is a Brooklyn tale set back in the day about a young Italian-American shoemaker (Frank) on the verge of greatness. News comes from his cousins in Italy that they have obtained the first automated vulcanizing machinery to produce gym shoes called the Hi-Jo.
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Cast
Michael KavesFrank (as Kaves)
Ava Lee ScottLouisa
Bree Michael WarnerMarie
Burt YoungNicky the Greek
Peter GreeneDutchie
Joseph D'OnofrioJohn (as Joe D'Onofrio)
Vinny VellaOlder John
William HeinsWillie Boy
Quinn McLeerCustomer Shoelaces
Blaise McLeerCustomer Shoelaces
Jack HendrickJackson
Rich DibernardoHarp Man
Jordan CintorrinoCustomer Children
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Who may enjoy it
Best suited to viewers looking for Drama. Its shorter runtime also makes it easier to fit into one sitting.
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Themes and topics
shoemakersneakers
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