When a wildly eccentric family living in Greenwich Village circa 70s and 80s adopt a paranoid dog, all hell breaks loose in the neighborhood. A cute, mischievous winning animal? Yes, but this wire-haired terrier could, at times, become completely unhinged, affecting the lives of those around him. Mom-participating in various art forms, but always distracted by the madness around her. The Big G.-father, complex, wounded opera singer, fierce personality. The kids-having many different interests between them, but absolutely fascinated by Pip's singular talents. Paranoid Pip and family are beset by evil-doers, creeps, thugs and drugs. As told by mom, the story of Pip will take you on a journey through the ever-fascinating world of artists, writers, louts and lovers in the still-vital pub culture of beloved Greenwich Village, New York City.