When you make a film, it always help to have first-hand knowledge of its subject matter. Bob Giraldi, film maker also known as one of New York City’s most prominent restaurateurs, applied such knowledge in his 2000 drama *Dinner Rush*. The plot is set in Tribeca, Manhattan neighbourhood where Louis Cropa (played by Danny Aiello) runs small bookmaking operation. His true passion and source of pride, however, is his r…






