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Escape from New York

“1997. New York City is a walled, maximum security prison. Breaking out is impossible. Breaking in is insane.”

Director
John Carpenter
Year
1981
Runtime
1h 39m
Rated
R
Release
1981
Language
en
Country
US

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01 · Overview

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The story

In a world ravaged by crime, the entire island of Manhattan has been converted into a walled prison where brutal prisoners roam free. After the US president crash-lands inside, war hero Snake Plissken has 24 hours to bring him back.

  • #kidnapping
  • #urban setting
  • #liberation of prisoners
  • #hostage
  • #reluctant hero
  • #suspenseful
  • #martial arts
  • #thoughtful
  • #police operation
  • #usa president
  • #cyberpunk
  • #anti hero

  • Directed by

    John Carpenter

  • Written by

    Nick Castle & John Carpenter

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