Tour- $10
Tour & Book Combo- $25
Book Talk- Free
Travel back to Coney Island circa 1979 as we celebrate the release of Armies of the Night—the brand-new hardcover deep-dive into one of the most electrifying cult films of all time: The Warriors.
Join authors Michael Gingold and Chris Poggiali for some thrilling film history, live conversation, and street-level nostalgia. Hear firsthand stories behind the making of the book and the movie that inspired it.
The afternoon will begin with a walking tour of The Warriors’ iconic Coney Island locations. The tour will meet at Coney Island USA's Freak Bar at 2 PM EST and depart to the sights of the film for photos and fun facts.
We'll return to Coney Island USA at 2:45 PM EST for a book talk and signing.
$25 combo, for walking tour and book. Advance combo guarantees a book.
A limited number of books will be available for purchase directly from the authors day of the event.
When The Warriors hit theaters in 1979, it blew the doors off expectations—packing cinemas, rattling critics, and stirring up national controversy. Walter Hill’s visionary tale of gangland survival in a crumbling New York City didn’t just shock—it stuck. Decades later, its gritty style, mythic storytelling, and raw energy remain unmatched.
But the story behind The Warriors is just as wild as what made it to the screen. From Sol Yurick’s radical 1965 novel to a chaotic shoot full of real-life gang run-ins, a last-minute cast change, and a firestorm of media backlash, the making of this cult classic is a saga all its own.
Enter Armies of the Night—a definitive chronicle packed with rare photos, vintage promo art, behind-the-scenes details, and exclusive interviews with cast, crew, and creators. Gingold and Poggiali pull back the curtain on the chaos, creativity, and legacy of a film that redefined genre cinema.
Say the authors:
“Discovering the story behind this film—and the turbulent road it took to become a cultural touchstone—was a revelation. We’re thrilled to finally send the word out... CAN YOU DIG IT?”
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