Mysteries of Pittsburgh

Set in a blue-collar city, the story follows Art Bechstein, the sheltered son of a Jewish mobster, as he navigates his first summer after college graduation. Amidst youthful alienation and sexual confusion, Art encounters new friends and lovers who help him explore the complexities of adulthood. The narrative captures the interplay between the mundane and the magical, reflecting on the challenges and discoveries of transitioning into a new phase of life.