Synopsis
A Hollywood motion picture production company has invaded the garage, with the intention of studying the drivers and environment for their next film about New York cab drivers. The gang is star struck, particularly Louie, who has conned the director into hiring him as Location Coordinator for $15,000, and Bobby, who is offered a part in the movie. Only Alex is unimpressed, and he refuses to take part in the excitement. Ironically, the director wants Alex's input the most, sensing that Alex has the best stories to tell. After much persistence from the director, Alex finally relents and begins telling his stories—ending up being captivated by the Hollywood types as well. The director throws a party at the Plaza Hotel for the cabbies and the actors, to celebrate the alliance, and at the party, the head of the studio calls to inform everyone that production on the cabbie film has been halted, and no one is able to convince the studio chief otherwise. The cabbies all watch in disbelief as t
Marilu Henner
Andy Kaufman
Carol Kane
Andrew Green
Ruth Gordon
