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The Seven Minutes 1971

“The Best Seller They Damned and Banned”

Status
Released
Runtime
111 minutes
Director
Russ Meyer
Networks
20th Century Fox, Russ Meyer Productions
★ TMDB users: 5.8/10 R Drama Released
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What is The Seven Minutes?

The Seven Minutes is a film first released in 1971. Catalogued under Drama.

Type
Film
Year
1971
Status
Released
Runtime
111 minutes
Release date
Jul 23, 1971
Studios
20th Century Fox, Russ Meyer Productions
Genres
Drama
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Rating
★ TMDB users: 5.8/10
Episode runtime
~111 minutes
Status
Released
Networks
20th Century Fox, Russ Meyer Productions

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Overview

The Seven Minutes is a film first released in 1971. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by 20th Century Fox, Russ Meyer Productions. Current status: Released.

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Should you watch it?

“A clerk's obscenity trial forces lawyers to chase the truth behind a banned bestseller.”

Reasons to watch
  • Engaging courtroom intrigue
  • Explores the clash between politics and free speech
  • Period 1970s drama with moral stakes
Keep in mind
  • Pacing may feel deliberate
  • Legal jargon can be dense

Watch it if you enjoy tense legal dramas that examine censorship and political pressure.

The film contains mature themes of obscenity and courtroom conflict, suitable for adult audiences.

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What is the main plot of The Seven Minutes?

The story follows a bookstore clerk charged with selling obscene material and the defense attorneys' quest to uncover the book's original publication.

When was The Seven Minutes released?

It was released in the United States on July 23, 1971.

What genre does the film belong to?

It is classified as a drama, focusing on legal and political themes.

How long is the movie?

The runtime is approximately one hour and fifty‑one minutes.

Does the film address political issues?

Yes, it links the obscenity trial to an upcoming election, highlighting political influence on legal matters.

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