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Wild Style (1983): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Wild Style is a 1983 music drama directed by Charlie Ahearn, starring Carlos Morales, Patti Astor and Glenn O'Brien. It runs 1 hour 22 minutes and earned $4,948 worldwide. Critics gave it 63 on Metacritic.

worldwide gross
$4.9K
Metascore
63
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Wild Style (1983) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 22m (82 min)
Director
Charlie Ahearn
Genres
Drama , Music
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Wild Style About?

The premise of Wild Style without spoilers.

In the South Bronx, a talented graffiti artist known as Shy Zoro is given the opportunity to design a backdrop for a dynamic rap and breakdancing concert. He faces the challenge of translating his distinctive street style into a large-scale artwork, showcasing the energy and creativity of his community while navigating the pressures of the commission. The project becomes a vibrant celebration of hip-hop culture and artistic expression.

Wild Style Themes & Keywords

· 8 tags
  • hip hop music
  • artist
  • hip hop
  • graffiti
  • cult film
  • new york city
  • breakdance
  • independent film
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Cast & crew

Wild Style Cast

Carlos Morales leads the cast, with Patti Astor and Glenn O'Brien. Directed by Charlie Ahearn; 9 actors are credited in all.

From the director

More from Charlie Ahearn

More films directed by Charlie Ahearn: Jamel Shabazz Street Photographer and The Deadly Art of Survival.

Full filmography
Ratings

Wild Style Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Wild Style 63 on Metacritic.

Box office

Wild Style Box Office

Wild Style grossed $4,948 worldwide.

1983 box office

Worldwide gross

$4.9K

International
$4.9K
Videos

Wild Style Trailers & Videos

2 videos: 1 trailer and 1 clip.

Wild Style DVD Trailer
  • Clip Zorro
Cars

Cars in Wild Style

3 cars on screen, including the 1976 Chevrolet Impala and the 1981 Cadillac Sedan DeVille Stretched Limousine.

  • 1976 Chevrolet Impala in Wild Style 1976 Chevrolet Impala Important role
  • 1981 Cadillac Sedan DeVille Stretched Limousine in Wild Style 1981 Cadillac Sedan DeVille Stretched Limousine Minor role
  • 1969 Ford LTD Country Squire in Wild Style 1969 Ford LTD Country Squire Background role
Details

Wild Style Also Known As

7 alternative titles, including “Estilo salvaje” and “Graffiti”.

Also known as
  • Estilo salvaje
  • Graffiti
  • ワイルド・スタイル
  • Дикий стиль
  • Asi Tarz
  • Wild style - stile selvaggio
  • 伴我闯天涯

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FAQ

Wild Style FAQ: Cast, Box Office & Runtime

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Wild Style, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Wild Style?

Wild Style runs 1 hour 22 minutes (82 minutes).

When was Wild Style released?

Wild Style was released on March 18, 1983.

Who directed Wild Style?

Wild Style was directed by Charlie Ahearn.

More films by Charlie Ahearn

Who is in the cast of Wild Style?

Wild Style stars Carlos Morales, Patti Astor and Glenn O'Brien, among 9 credited actors.

How much did Wild Style make at the box office?

Wild Style grossed $4,948 worldwide.

How is Wild Style rated?

Wild Style has 63 on Metacritic.

Does Wild Style have a post-credit scene?

No. Wild Style has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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