Just Another Girl on the I.R.T.

With hopes of becoming a doctor and not a product of her environment, a Brooklyn teenager is faced with numerous challenges that threaten her dreams.

The Residence, Paul William Davies

Another Girl on the I.R.T. (1993) is a colourful and dynamic 90s gem that tells the story of Chantel - a moody, ambitious teen who thinks she’s above it all. At first, she comes off as bratty and self-absorbed, convinced she’s destined for something greater. But beneath the attitude is a scared, complex girl trying to navigate a world that feels too small for her dreams.

This isn’t just another coming-of-age tale. It’s a story about growing up in an environment you’re desperate to escape, only to realise with time that it might not be so bad after all. As the film unfolds, Chantel becomes someone you can’t help but empathise with - a real girl from the I.R.T., flawed, fiery, and deeply human.

★ ★ ★ ★

Release Date: 30 July 1993
Director(s) Leslie Harris
Written Leslie Harris
Producer Leslie Harris, Irwin Wilson
Starring Ariyan A. Johnson, Kevin Thigpen, Ebony Jerido
Cinematography Richard Conners
Runtime: 92 minutes.