Slums of Beverly Hills
{4.5/5} “‘Why can’t we ever stay put? It’s not normal to move every three months.’ ‘It’s normal in some cultures. Nomads.'”
Slums of Beverly Hills, released in 1998
Vivian and her two brothers are once again forced to move by their father, Murray. But this time they move to a fancy place. And their cousin Rita is staying with them. Rita’s father is wealthy and has given them money for her to go to nursing school. While Murray is away romancing a woman, he puts Vivian in charge of making sure that Rita gets to school.
This movie is set in the 1970s. It’s very funny.
It’s about family and growing up.
Carl Reiner, Rita Moreno, Jessica Walter, and Mena Suvari have small parts.
Stars Natasha Lyonne, Marisa Tomei, Alan Arkin, and David Krumholtz. Directed by Tamara Jenkins (The Savages). The playful music is by Rolfe Kent, and the soundtrack also contains some great 1970s songs.