Grand Theft Auto

A young couple, Sammy and Paula, find themselves on the run across Los Angeles after stealing a Rolls-Royce and inadvertently becoming targets for various dangerous individuals. As they joyride through the city, they encounter a colorful cast of characters, including a pirate radio DJ, a killer, and an obsessed boxer, all while trying to escape the authorities and a wealthy landowner who wants his car back.

Ron Howard's directorial debut, 'Grand Theft Auto,' was a low-budget, campy action-comedy that capitalized on the car-chase craze of the 1970s. While not a critical darling, it achieved moderate success at the box office and has since gained a cult following for its B-movie charm and energetic pace.

• Appreciated for its energetic B-movie style and humorous chase sequences.
• Criticized for its thin plot and somewhat juvenile humor.
• Seen as a fun, if somewhat forgettable, piece of 70s exploitation cinema.

Google audience: Audience reviews often highlight the film's fun, over-the-top action and the entertainment value derived from its car chases and eccentric characters. Some viewers find the humor and plot to be dated or lacking substance, but many appreciate it as a nostalgic and enjoyable cult classic.

The film was Ron Howard's first feature film as a director, and he also starred in it alongside his father, Rance Howard, and his brother, Clint Howard.