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Hal and Minter

202124 minPGdocumentary

Hal Sirowitz, a former MTV poet living with Parkinson's disease, and writer Minter Krotzer advocate for others facing similar challenges at the Nuyorican Poets' Cafe.

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Hal Sirowitz, a former MTV poet living with Parkinson's disease, and writer Minter Krotzer advocate for others facing similar challenges at the Nuyorican Poets' Cafe.

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Ram Devinenidirector

Susan Brennanwriter

Minter Krotzercast

Hal Sirowitzcast

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Hal Sirowitz performs at the Nuyorican Poets' Cafe, a venue known for its vibrant spoken word. Once a popular poet and a regular on MTV, he now lives with Parkinson's disease. Partnered with writer Minter Krotzer, the couple advocates for others dealing with the same condition. The film, directed by Ram Devineni and released in 2021, runs for 24 minutes and tells their story of creativity and advocacy.

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