Timothy Hutton
Jimmy Lynch
1985•1h 42m•Released•EN
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“Who said you can't fight City Hall?”
Overview
After New York City firefighter Terry Lynch is unable to receive any compensation for an injury incurred during the off-duty rescue of a young girl, he grows suicidal. Furious, his brother Jimmy attempts to have Mayor Tyler intervene, but the corrupt politician instead denounces Terry as a drunk. Determined to get justice, Jimmy begins a graffiti campaign of embarrassing slogans mocking the mayor, which soon captivates the city.
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The Swinging Light
Movie Details
Release Date
February 15, 1985
Runtime
1h 42m
Rating
5.9 / 10
Votes
69
Budget
$15,000,000
Revenue
$1,900,000
Status
Released
Popularity
1.6
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