CONEY ISLAND THEN AND NOW

“Coney Island: Then and Now”

This gritty documentary film shows the evolution of Coney Island, Brooklyn’s famous beachfront amusement-infused neighborhood, which has made many transformations over the years. The film details the history and nostalgia of Coney Island’s boardwalk, including the iconic landmarks the Wonder Wheel, Cyclone, Nathan’s Hot Dogs, The Mermaid Parade, Graffiti Walk, and the Coney Island USA Circus Sideshow.

There are many stories to be told in this inclusive community made up of multiple cultures, where an interesting dichotomy between old and new Coney Island collides with gentrification and a booming real estate market. Learn about visionary George C. Tilyou’s historic Steeplechase Park, land baron Fred Trump’s controversial Trump Village, and see how modern day residents, like rapper and Coney Island native Gorilla Nems, have adapted to the times. This is a special place and a story that must be told.

3 Avenues 21 blocks infinite stories.

“Coney Island: Then and Now”

Produced By: KIMBERLY GRAY Directed By: MARIA CLARA

STARRING: GORILLA NEMSDANIELLE MASTRIONXAVIER FRANKSDICK ZIGUNWENDY BLADESBRENDAN SCHWEDA ERIC KNAPP AKA "MR.CYCLONE"ALAN ZINDMANIRENE KARASLEROY McCARTHYMELANIE ABRAMOV

77 Films is a New York City based production company that tells real slice of life stories. Produced by Kimberly Gray (Bastards of the Party) and Maria Clara (Life on Christopher St)

For Sales and Press contact Kimberly Gray at kimberlygray1@gmail.com