# #263 King of New York (1990)

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Podcast: [Broken VCR](https://stenobird.com/podcast/broken-vcr-6062551)
Published: 2026-06-02T09:30:00+00:00
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## Resource

Abel Ferrara's 1990 gritty New York City neo-noir gangster flick, KING OF NEW YORK, is our feature presentation this week! We talk about Christopher Walken and Laurence Fishburne's iconic performances, shooting at The Plaza Hotel, the film's impact on hip hop culture, The Terminator's influence, and much more! We also pick our Top 7 New York City Crime Movies in this week's Silver Screen 7! Join our Patreon ($2.99/month) here linktr.ee/brokenvcr to watch the episodes LIVE in video form day/weeks early. Find us on Instagram @thebrokenvcr and follow us on LetterBoxd! Become a regular here at THE BROKEN VCR!

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