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Straight Time 1978

“"Please God, don't let him get caught."”

★ 7.2/10 R CrimeDrama Released
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What is Straight Time?

Straight Time is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Crime, Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1978
Status
Released
Runtime
114 minutes
Release date
Mar 18, 1978
Studios
First Artists, Sweetwall, Warner Bros. Pictures
Genres
Crime, Drama
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Streaming Intelligence

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84 /100 Solid Watch
⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.7/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Feature Film #Crime #Drama

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Straight Time is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Crime, Drama. Produced and broadcast by First Artists, Sweetwall, Warner Bros. Pictures. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A paroled burglar struggles to stay straight under a power-hungry parole officer.”

Reasons to watch
  • based on a novel by edward bunker
  • features strong crime drama themes
Keep in mind
  • the synopsis mentions a quick return to jail
  • deals with harsh parole conditions

Watch it if you enjoy gritty crime dramas about parole and survival.

This is a crime and drama film intended for mature audiences.

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When was the film released?

The film was released on 03/18/1978 in the US.

What is the film's genre?

The film falls under the crime and drama genres.

What is the runtime?

The film has a runtime of 1 hour and 54 minutes.

What is the film based on?

The film is based on the novel No Beast So Fierce by Edward Bunker.

What rating does the film have?

The film carries an R rating.

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