The Howie Rubin Story

Overview

A light-hearted coming-of-age comedy set in 1950s New York. Follow Howie, a lovable nerd with big daydreams, as he navigates the ups and downs of teenage life and tries to win the girl of his dreams. Full of humor, heart, and classic 50's charm, this short film captures the trials, tribulations, and fantasies of growing up. This film won 26 awards internationally and nationally, winning more recognition than any other nontheatrical U.S. film in 1992.

Directed by Rod Cohen

Top cast

Darin Morgan

Howie Rubin

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Carrie Payne

Rhoda Kleinman

Joanne Baron

Howie's Mother

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Michael Cohen

Howie's Father

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Jason Michael Reed

Ira Wasserman

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Craig Gini

Carmine

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Richard Cerenzio

Tony

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Tony Mortillaro

Frankie

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Ian Romeyn

Louie D'Angelo

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Paul Murphy

Bartender

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