U Turn (1997) movie poster

U Turn (1997)

"Sex. Murder. Betrayal. Everything that makes life worth living."
ThumbScore
👍 74%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
🎬 56% (RT: 59%, MC: 54) ℹ️RT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
2h 5m
Country
France, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
6.6/10 (796 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
59%
Metacritic
54
Cast
Sean Penn as Bobby Cooper
Nick Nolte as Jake McKenna
Jennifer Lopez as Grace McKenna
Joaquin Phoenix as Toby N. Tucker
Claire Danes as Jenny
Powers Boothe as Sheriff Virgil Potter
Jon Voight as Blind Man
Most people think so. 74% of audiences gave it a thumbs up based on 796 votes. Critics gave it 56%.
Overview
When a desperate man’s car breaks down in a bizarre desert town while evading vengeful bookies, he becomes entangled in a dangerous love triangle. Caught between a married couple, he’s faced with deadly contracts to kill them both. Wikipedia ↗
Fun Facts
  • Many of the background extras were actually locals from the filming locations.
  • The iconic poster for U Turn was designed at the very last minute before marketing began.
  • Sean Penn spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
Audience Consensus

U Turn is a 1997 crime, drama, thriller film directed by Oliver Stone. When a desperate man’s car breaks down in a bizarre desert town while evading vengeful bookies, he becomes entangled in a dangerous love triangle. Caught between a married couple, he’s faced with deadly contracts to kill them both.

The film has been rated by 796 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a crime film, U Turn delivers on the expectations of its genre while bringing its own distinctive perspective to the storytelling. The production showcases the creative vision of its filmmaking team, bringing together performances, cinematography, and narrative elements that have resonated with audiences.

U Turn (1997) continues to find viewers through theatrical releases, streaming platforms, and home media, maintaining its place in the contemporary entertainment landscape. The film represents the kind of cinematic experience that has attracted a dedicated audience, with viewers appreciating its approach to the story and characters it presents.

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