Born to Win 1971
“Their story is written on his arm. If they can get a grip on each other, maybe they can turn their lives around.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Director
- Ivan Passer
- Networks
- Segal-Tokofsky Productions Inc., Edward Spector Productions Inc.
What is Born to Win?
Born to Win is a 1971 crime thriller directed by Ivan Passer, marking his first American film. Set in Manhattan, the story follows a smart-mouthed junkie and a former hairdresser as they navigate their lives and the search for one more fix.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1971
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 88 minutes
- Release date
- Dec 1, 1971
- Studios
- Segal-Tokofsky Productions Inc., Edward Spector Productions Inc.
- Genres
- Comedy, Crime, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 5.3/10
- Episode runtime
- ~88 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Segal-Tokofsky Productions Inc., Edward Spector Productions Inc.
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Overview
Born to Win is a 1971 crime thriller directed by Ivan Passer, marking his first American film. Set in Manhattan, the story follows a smart-mouthed junkie and a former hairdresser as they navigate their lives and the search for one more fix.
The film blends elements of comedy, crime, and drama. It features a cast including George Segal, Karen Black, Paula Prentiss, Hector Elizondo, Jay Fletcher, and Robert De Niro.
Should you watch it?
“A smart-mouthed junkie and a former hairdresser search for one more fix.”
- Features a performance by Robert De Niro
- Directed by Ivan Passer in his first American film
- Explores the lives of a junkie and a former hairdresser
- The plot focuses on the bleak cycle of seeking a drug fix
Watch it if you are interested in early 1970s crime thrillers set in Manhattan.
This R-rated film blends comedy, crime, and drama with a focus on addiction.
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Is Born to Win worth watching?
It may appeal to viewers interested in 1971 crime thrillers and early performances by Robert De Niro.
What is the runtime of the movie?
The film has a duration of 1 hour and 28 minutes.
Who directed the film?
The movie was directed by Ivan Passer.
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