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1971 · 74 min · PG

Duel

Directed by Steven Spielberg · Action, Thriller, TV Movie

Duel (1971) is a Action film, directed by Steven Spielberg set in California during the 1970s. It runs 74 minutes and is rated PG.

A survival and road trip, with a tense tone. Themes of survival and isolation run throughout.

Composer
Billy Goldenberg
Cinematography
Jack A. Marta
Cast
Dennis WeaverJacqueline ScottEddie FirestoneGene DynarskiLucille BensonTim HerbertAlexander LockwoodShirley O'Hara

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Based on
Pure Fiction
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