In the passage “Fort Greene Dreams”, by Nelson George from the book New Yorkers and Their Neighborhoods tells the story of an important time in Nelson George’s life. Nelson George is a music and culture critic, journalist, and filmmaker. In 1985 he moved to Fort Greene, Brooklyn which was where a lot of his success started. George claimed that living in Fort Greene inspired him because all the talent which was around him. During his time in 19 Willoughby George wrote 5 books, invested in a few movies, and also wrote and produced screenplays. He’s ambition grew living in this new, big apartment. This new apartment was a big deal for him since he was raised in a different part of Brooklyn in a public housing apartment. In 1986 when the movie “She’ Gotta Have It” was released, Fort Greene and filmmakers who lived there became internationally known. Fort Greene was portrayed with a “Brooklyn boheme” vibe filled with black culture. George found out a lot about himself while living in 19 Willoughby, one was that he was a mentor. He mentored many people like Russell Simmons, Andre Harrell, brothers Warrington and Reggie Hudlin, and many young artists. The most important thing to George was to have a long lasting career filled with achievement. He wanted to he’s excellency to continue for many years to come.