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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

The world of this film

Setting

Where
California
Setting
DesertRural
When
1970s

Premise & themes

Premise
SurvivalRoad Trip
Themes
SurvivalIsolation
Tone
Tense

Shape

Protagonist
Solo Lead
Pacing
Propulsive
Dialogue
Sparse Quiet
Based on
Pure Fiction

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