Pickup on 101
Pickup on 101

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Pickup on 101

1972
Movie
93 min
English

An elderly wanderer, a sexy young girl running away from home and a folk singer looking for stardom hitch-hike their way cross-country, trying to get to California.

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IMDb5.4/10
Director: Daniel B. SchwartzGenres: Crime, Thriller, Horror

Plot Summary

A young woman driving cross-country is stranded and accepts a ride from a seemingly friendly older couple. However, her journey takes a terrifying turn when she realizes they have sinister intentions and are holding her captive. She must find a way to escape their clutches before it's too late.

Critical Reception

Pickup on 101 is a largely forgotten exploitation film from the early 1970s, notable mainly for an early role by Jeff Bridges. It received mixed to negative reviews upon release, often criticized for its gratuitous violence and sensationalist plot. Audience reception was also generally unfavorable, with many finding it unpleasant and poorly executed.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its gritty atmosphere and early Jeff Bridges performance.

  • Criticized for its exploitative themes and gratuitous violence.

  • Seen as a low-budget thriller that doesn't fully realize its potential.

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Fun Fact

This film features one of the earliest screen appearances of Jeff Bridges, who would go on to become a major Hollywood star.

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