Summer of Sam 1999
“No one is safe from Son of Sam.”
What is Summer of Sam?
Summer of Sam is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 142 minutes
- Release date
- Jun 28, 1999
- Studios
- 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks, Touchstone Pictures
- Genres
- Crime, Drama, Thriller
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Overview
Summer of Sam is a film first released in 1999. Catalogued under Crime, Drama, Thriller. Produced and broadcast by 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks, Touchstone Pictures. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“A tense portrait of a Bronx community haunted by a serial killer.”
- Authentic 1970s New York atmosphere
- Spike Lee’s direction adds social depth
- Compelling look at community fear
- R rating limits younger viewers
- Length may feel slow for some
Watch it if you’re interested in gritty, character‑driven crime dramas set in 1970s New York.
The film’s violent and unsettling depiction of a serial‑killer spree makes it suitable for mature audiences only.
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What real events inspire the film?
It is based on the 1977 Son of Sam murders in New York City.
Who directed Summer of Sam?
Spike Lee directed the film.
When was Summer of Sam released?
It was released in the United States on June 28, 1999.
What genres describe the movie?
The film is categorized as crime, drama, and thriller.
What is the film’s rating and runtime?
It is rated R and runs about 2 hours and 22 minutes.
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