Goldstein
film by Kaufman and Manaster [1964]
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The film Goldstein, released in 1964, was the directorial debut of Philip Kaufman, who also co-wrote and co-directed it with Benjamin Manaster. This independent production is described as a satirical allegory. The story features the prophet Elijah emerging from Lake Michigan and encountering various eccentric characters from Chicago. Notably, author Nelson Algren made an appearance in the film as himself.1
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