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- 1971
- PG
- American Broadcasting Company (ABC)
- 1 h 30 m
- 1971
- PG
- American Broadcasting Company (ABC)
- 1 h 30 m
Summary A business commuter is pursued and terrorized by the malevolent driver of a massive tractor-trailer.
Directed By: Steven Spielberg
Written By: Richard Matheson
- 1971
- PG
- American Broadcasting Company (ABC)
- 1 h 30 m
- 1971
- PG
- American Broadcasting Company (ABC)
- 1 h 30 m
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8.4
Where to Watch
Summary A business commuter is pursued and terrorized by the malevolent driver of a massive tractor-trailer.
Directed By: Steven Spielberg
Written By: Richard Matheson
Where to Watch
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim
Based on 15 Critic Reviews
81
100% Positive
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Metascore
Universal Acclaim
Based on 15 Critic Reviews
81
100% Positive
15 Reviews
15 Reviews
0% Mixed
0 Reviews
0 Reviews
0% Negative
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0 Reviews
This expertly sustained 1971 suspense classic established Steven Spielberg's reputation as a director. [23 Dec 1993, p.E7]
This is a film stripped back to its bare essentials, and Spielberg thrives in having to get creative to make each moment feel as fresh and energised as the last.
User Score
Universal Acclaim
Based on 22 User Ratings
8.4
91% Positive
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9% Negative
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User Score
Universal Acclaim
Based on 22 User Ratings
8.4
91% Positive
20 Ratings
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0% Mixed
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9% Negative
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A haunting study of middle-class paranoia scripted by seasoned horror author Richard Matheson, it established Spielberg in Europe as a name to be reckoned with before he'd been heard of in the States. [03 Oct 2004, p.83]
An exquisite piece of streamlined suspense and action that clearly demonstrates that the 24-year-old filmmaker was already in full control of his vision.
A made-for-TV movie that proved so remarkable it received a theatrical release (first in Europe, then 10 years later in the US), Spielberg's calling card is as distinctive a piece of visual storytelling as you're ever likely to see.
The existential allegories are pretty blunt—star Dennis Weaver’s character, a symbol for all mankind, is literally named Mann—but the filmmaking is electric, an early testament to Spielberg’s prowess.
A slim Richard Matheson story that Spielberg padded into a 90-minute feature by artfully assembling a string of insert shots.
Awards
Golden Globes, USA
• 1 Nomination
Primetime Emmy Awards
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations
Taormina International Film Festival
• 1 Win & 2 Nominations
