Dir. Steven Spielberg · Starring Dennis Weaver, Jacqueline Scott, Eddie Firestone, Gene Dynarski, Lucille Benson, Tim Herbert · Music Billy Goldenberg
“The most bizarre murder weapon ever used!”
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Traveling businessman David Mann angers the driver of a rusty tanker while crossing the California desert. A simple trip turns deadly, as Mann struggles to stay on the road while the tanker plays cat and mouse with his life.
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A masterclass in escalating dread, this film feels like a relentless, sun-baked nightmare on wheels. It's a primal, white-knuckle experience, where the open road becomes a suffocating trap. The tension is palpable, a constant, anxious hum that never lets up, leaving you breathless and on edge.
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