If These Knishes Could Talk: The Story of the NY Accent

May 16 2013 Not Rated 0h 55m
Biography, Comedy, Documentary

The story of the New York accent, as told by New Yorkers.

Plot

From Atlantic Ave. to Zerega Ave., word on the street is the New York accent is disappearing -- a casualty of a city that's evolved into a vast expanse of banks, H&Ms and glass-blown high-rises. But even though you may not hear "toity-toid and toid" in Manhattan, you can still hear strains in Bensonhurst, Whitestone or Tottenville. Or you can have a look-see through our film. We've gathered some accent experts, official and non, to weigh in on what it means to tawk the talk in a city that may be slowly trying to quiet the noise.

Written by

Heather Quinlan, Richard Svinkin

Directed by

Heather Quinlan

Production Countries

United States of America

Production Companies

Canvasback Kid Productions

Languages

English

Awards

1 win

Scores
# of Votes
120
Average Rating
7.2 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA