Homeboy is a 1988 drama film, directed by Michael Seresin. It was written by and stars Mickey Rourke in the role of self-destructive cowboy/boxer Johnny Walker. Christopher Walken also stars as Walker's slightly corrupt promoter, who encourages him to fight whilst hiding from him the fact that one more punch in the wrong place would kill him. The film was released on DVD on September 1, 2009. Johnny Walker is a down-and-out boxer, with brain damage who has just recently moved into a sea-side resort. Upon arriving, he falls in love with Ruby, a carnival owner who has a lot in common with... Johnny,. Johnny, who is played by Mickey Rourke, also befriends Wesley Pendergrass . Wesley and Johnny form a strong friendship, and it's clear that Johnny idolises Wesley. Later on in the film, Wesley wants to use Johnny as muscle in a robbery and he asks Johnny to help him. Johnny has to choose between the love of Ruby or the friendship of Wesley. Exterior shots in Asbury Park include the boardwalk, the beach, Paramount Theatre, Cookman Avenue. Shots in Belmar include Alfred's Ice Cream Cafe and Pied Piper Ice Cream.
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| Release date: | 1988 |
| Directed by: | Michael Seresin |
| Rated: |  |
| Runtime: | 115 Minutes |
| Producer: | Elliott Kastner |
| Editor: | Ray Lovejoy |
| Music by: | Michael Kamen, Eric Clapton |
| Cinematography: | Gale Tattersall |
| Screenplay by: | Mickey Rourke |