
For over six years, and for reasons he can't explain, Matt Green, 37, has been walking every block of every street in New York City - a journey of more than 8,000 miles. THE WORLD BEFORE YOUR FEET tells the story of one man's unusual personal quest and the unexpected journey of discovery, humanity, and wonder that ensues.... (Full plot summary below)
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For over six years, and for reasons he can't explain, Matt Green, 37, has been walking every block of every street in New York City - a journey of more than 8,000 miles. THE WORLD BEFORE YOUR FEET tells the story of one man's unusual personal quest and the unexpected journey of discovery, humanity, and wonder that ensues.
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| Spirituality and PracticeFrederic and Mary Ann BrussatFascinating documentary about a zealot, the turf he loves, and his gift of wonder. |
| Movie NationRoger MooreA disarmingly charming documentary about Green’s walk, the people he meets and oh, the things he’s seen. |
| Solzy at the MoviesDanielle SolzmanWhat Green ultimately does, as one interviewee describes it, is show us the "heart, soul, and pulse" of New York City. |
| SF WeeklySherilyn ConnellyA portrait of New York's many secrets and of white male privilege... It doesn't make The World Before Your Feet less enjoyable, but it's a reminder that world isn't equally before everyone's feet. |
| ObserverRex ReedNew York, New York, it’s a wonderful town. This movie proves it like none other. |
| The New York TimesBen KenigsbergShort of walking with Green, a film is an ideal way to share in his knowledge. And after watching The World Before Your Feet, it’s difficult to look at the city the same way. |
| Los Angeles TimesMichael Rechtshaffen[An] enlightening, life-affirming documentary. |
| RogerEbert.comOdie HendersonUnless you’ve a vested interest in New York City or, like me, you were born and bred within its confines or in its neighboring shadows, The World Before Your Feet may seem like a hard pass for you. But this well-made and intriguing documentary isn’t about New York so much as it is about an unusual idea seen to fruition. |
| Spectrum CulturePat PaduaThe busy metropolis may be a flurry of activity that is impossible to grasp in its entirety, but, the movie gently argues, it reveals rich stories at every step-if only you take the time to stop and ask. |
| Hammer to NailChristopher Llewellyn ReedIf he ever does complete his self-appointed task, [subject Matt] Green will have a lifetime of stories to tell. Until then, he - and we - have this marvelous film with which to pass the time. |