Prince of Broadway: Critic Reviews

Off-formula and on-point, the story's emotional jabs are all the more poignant for their unpredictability.

The film seethes with naturalistic cred.

Streetwise, kinetic and solidly dramatic.

It's an undeniably small yet almost indefinable film, warmhearted and bittersweet, laced with both humor and tough emotions.

Maybe if you aren't familiar with the world 'Prince of Broadway' depicts then this might seem 'real,' but in truth, it was pushed. Furthermore, I haven't heard the n-word used so much since 'Roots.'

Brilliant neorealist, improvisatory film using non-professionals to tell a story about a street hustler and the baby he is forced to look after.

New York City as a disturbing dystopia where it's hard out there not just for a pimp, but for an African scam artist, too!

In the grand neo-realist tradition, the film offers a naturalistic, slow burn rendition of the hassles, heartaches and rewards of the salesman's hand-to-mouth existence.

Slowly unfolds in a verite style to quietly root for the hopes and dreams of distinctive individuals in a corner of the underground economy who manage to feel optimistic.

Irresistible rowdy toddler with tot terror on his mind meets freaked out free spirit hustler harboring an apparent allergy to fatherhood, amidst baby daddy blues betrayals, police busts, and grossout diaper duty.

This low-budget indie can be appreciated by folks who want to see the real New York.

Perhaps the shiniest indie gem I've found this year so far.

Baker proves himself a worthy heir to the Italian neorealists of the 40s and 50s capturing capably the desperation, and potential defeat, inherent in poverty. Arthouse audiences will be properly appreciative.