An escaped convict makes a remote gas station his safe haven. But soon the cunning, devious wife of the owner seeks a chance to use him to get what she wants.
A young woman hitchhiking late at night is picked up by a seemingly friendly truck driver. However, her journey takes a terrifying turn as she realizes he has sinister intentions. She must use her wits and courage to escape his clutches before it's too late.
Upon its release, 'Highway Pick-Up' received a mixed reception, often overlooked due to its B-movie status. While some critics appreciated its suspenseful elements and Vera Miles's performance, others found its plot predictable and its portrayal of violence grim.
Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this older film, but those available often highlight the film's effective suspense and the lead actress's strong portrayal. Some viewers found it a gripping, albeit dark, thriller for its time.
Despite its limited release and subsequent obscurity, 'Highway Pick-Up' is sometimes cited as an early example of the 'hitchhiker horror' subgenre that would become more prominent in later decades.
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