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Hot Summer Week 1972

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Status
Released
Runtime
79 minutes
Director
Thomas J. Schmidt
Where to Stream
Tubi TV, Fawesome
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Topic: Film "Hot Summer Week" (1972). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.

Type
Film
Year
1972
Status
Released
Runtime
79 minutes
Release date
Jun 21, 1972
Original language
EN
Origin
United States of America
Genres
Comedy, Drama, Thriller
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★ TMDB users: 4.3/10 from 3 votes
Episode runtime
~79 minutes
Status
Released
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Topic: Film "Hot Summer Week" (1972).
Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
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Write ONLY verifiable facts from the provided SYNOPSIS and SOURCES.
No inventions/guesses (titles, names, dates, counts, awards, etc.).
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First sentence must not contain spoilers.
Title: Hot Summer Week.
Year: 1972.
Release Date (US): 06/21/1972.
Genres: Comedy, Drama, and Thriller.
Runtime: 1h 19m.
Synopsis/Plot:
Two girls pick up a crazed hitchhiker who may or may not be the serial killer murdering hippies in the area.
Two teenage girls are driving up the coast from Southern California.
The hitchhiker is a handsome soldier experiencing disturbing flashbacks from his time in the Army.
Police are searching for a serial killer who targets female hippies.
Produced by Fanfare Films (described as a "half-serious drive-in flick").
Cast/Crew:
Dianne Hull
Karen Michael
Ontkean Will
Kathleen Cody
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“A gripping exploration of comedy and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”

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  • Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
  • High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
  • Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
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  • Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.

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Is Hot Summer Week worth watching?

Hot Summer Week holds a community rating of 4.3/10 based on 3 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.

How long is the movie Hot Summer Week and when was it released?

Hot Summer Week is a feature film with a runtime of 79 minutes. It was released in 1972. Release status: Released.

Who directed Hot Summer Week?

Hot Summer Week was directed by Thomas J. Schmidt.

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