Ellen Greene, born in 1951, is an American actress known for her vibrant performances in both film and musical theatre. In Next Stop, Greenwich Village (1976), she delivers a memorable portrayal that captures the essence of the bohemian lifestyle in 1970s New York. Greene's background in cabaret and stage productions informs her dynamic presence, making her a notable figure in the realm of cult cinema. Her work resonates within the context of the film, adding depth to the exploration of youthful dreams and artistic aspirations.
Next Stop, Greenwich Village
The film takes place in 1953. Larry Lipinsky is a 22-year old Jewish boy from the Jewish enclave Brownsville in Brooklyn, New York, who has dreams of stardom. He moves to Greenwich Village, much to the chagrin of his extremely over-protective mother. Larry ends up hanging out with an eccentric bunch of characters while waiting for his big break. He has a group of tight-knit friends, which includes a wacky girl named Connie; Anita, an emotionally distraught woman who constantly contemplates suicide; Robert, a young WASP who fancies himself a poet; and Bernstein, an African-American gay man. All the while, he tries to maintain a stormy relationship with Sarah, his girlfriend. This band of outsiders becomes Larry's new family as he struggles as an actor and works toward a break in Hollywood.
