Vanishing Point (1971) movie poster

Vanishing Point (1971)

"It's the maximum trip... at maximum speed."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 91%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 70% (RT: 80%, MC: 61) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
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Runtime
1h 39m
Country
United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.1/10 (506 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
80%
Metacritic
61
Cast
Barry Newman as Kowalski
Cleavon Little as Super Soul
Dean Jagger as Prospector
Victoria Medlin as Vera Thornton
Gilda Texter as Nude Rider
Lee Weaver as Jake
Timothy Scott as Angel
Robert Donner as Old Cop
Yes. 91% of real audiences liked it based on 506 votes. Critics scored it lower at 70%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
Kowalski works for a car delivery service, and takes delivery of a 1970 Dodge Challenger to drive from Colorado to San Francisco. Shortly after pickup, he takes a bet to get the car there in less than 15 hours. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Richard C. Sarafian cited several classic action films as the primary inspiration for the visual style.
  • Barry Newman spent months preparing for the role, heavily researching the subject matter.
  • It remains one of the highest-rated action films of 1971 among dedicated fans.
Audience Consensus

Vanishing Point is a 1971 action, crime, drama film directed by Richard C. Sarafian. Kowalski works for a car delivery service, and takes delivery of a 1970 Dodge Challenger to drive from Colorado to San Francisco.

Shortly after pickup, he takes a bet to get the car there in less than 15 hours. The film has been rated by 506 audiences on ThumbScore, reflecting its reach and engagement with viewers. As a action film, Vanishing Point 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. Vanishing Point (1971) 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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