Zero to Sixty
Zero to Sixty

Zero to Sixty

1978Movie101 minEnglish

A divorced man hooks up with a street-smart 16-year-old who makes her living by repossessing cars from their owners.

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IMDb5.2/10
Director: Frank Q. DobbsGenres: Comedy, Crime

Plot Summary

A wealthy and bored housewife orchestrates a series of elaborate crimes, enlisting a motley crew of accomplices to help her achieve her desires. Her escapades are tracked by a determined detective who finds himself increasingly drawn into her world. The film follows the unfolding capers and the cat-and-mouse game between the criminals and law enforcement.

Critical Reception

Zero to Sixty was a little-seen film that garnered minimal critical attention upon its release. Reviews were generally negative, with many critics finding the plot convoluted and the performances lacking. It is largely remembered as a forgettable crime-comedy from the late 1970s.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a weak and unbelievable plot.
  • Performances are generally uninspired, failing to elevate the material.
  • Lacks the necessary wit or suspense to be an engaging crime comedy.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce for this film, with no significant consensus or discernible trends in what viewers liked or disliked.

Fun Fact

The film was also known by the title 'The Girl Who Dared'.

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