In the dark corner of the city, they found light.

A compelling story of the harsh realities of drug addiction, The Panic In Needle Park is also an immensely satisfying love story. Oscar winner Al Pacino (1992, Best Actor, Scent Of A Woman) is riveting as Bobby, a charismatic small-time thief who frequents New York City's addict hangout, Needle Park. Although Bobby claims he's only "chipping" (occasionally using) heroin, by the time he meets and falls in love with down-on-her-luck Helen (Kitty Winn), his addiction is in fill swing. At first, Bobby provides stability for Helen. As time goes on, however, heroin grips the pair, and their lives spin more and more out of control.