Crash!
Crash!

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Crash!

1976
Movie
89 min
English

After a professor is crippled in a car accident, he blames his wife for the ordeal and attempts to have her killed using the same means. Now hospitalized with amnesia, she appears to be protected by a tiny voodoo trinket that she still clutches in her hand, which possesses her car and other objects, causing mayhem throughout the city.

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IMDb5.9/10
Director: Tsuchiya KojiGenres: Horror, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

A young man named Tatsuya is involved in a series of increasingly dangerous car races, which lead to fatal consequences. As he navigates the treacherous world of underground racing, he becomes entangled with dangerous individuals and faces escalating violence. The film culminates in a chaotic and destructive race that blurs the line between sport and survival.

Critical Reception

Crash! (1976) is a cult classic that gained notoriety for its raw energy and depiction of reckless car culture. While not critically acclaimed in its initial release, it has since been recognized for its unique blend of action and horror, particularly for its time. Audience reception is mixed, with some praising its intensity and others criticizing its gratuitous violence and simplistic plot.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually striking with a relentless pace.

  • Often seen as a precursor to later high-octane car chase films.

  • Contentious due to its graphic depictions of violence and car crashes.

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Fun Fact

The film features a notable performance by Joe Yamanaka, a famous Japanese rock musician, in a leading role.

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Wuchak

**_The Dukes of Hazzard meets The Exorcist with José Ferrer and Sue Lyon_** A young woman (Lyon) innocently purchases a mysterious idol-trinket that remarkably helps her in dealing with her bitter crippled husband (Ferrer), specifically ...