Honky Tonk Freeway
Honky Tonk Freeway

Honky Tonk Freeway

1981Movie107 minEnglish

Ticlaw, a small town in Florida, has only one attraction: a safari park. The government constructs a freeway that passes near Ticlaw, but decides not to put an exit into the town. The people of Ticlaw, leaded by its Mayor, will do anything in order to convince the governor to alter the project.

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IMDb5.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes20%
Director: John SchlesingerGenres: Comedy, Drama

Plot Summary

A runaway bride and a group of misfits embark on a bizarre cross-country journey after a disastrous wedding. Their trip is plagued by a series of increasingly absurd and unfortunate events, including a runaway trailer, a flock of escaped ostriches, and a bizarre encounter with a Florida alligator farm. As they navigate the chaotic landscape of America, they find themselves in increasingly surreal and comedic situations.

Critical Reception

Honky Tonk Freeway was met with overwhelmingly negative reviews from critics and was a significant box office failure. It is widely regarded as one of John Schlesinger's weakest films, with many critics citing its nonsensical plot, unfunny humor, and overall lack of direction. Audiences also largely rejected the film, contributing to its infamous reputation.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a disjointed and unfocused narrative.
  • Humor is largely absent, replaced by a series of contrived and unbelievable events.
  • Performances are uneven, failing to elevate the material.

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Fun Fact

Despite its critical and commercial failure, 'Honky Tonk Freeway' was nominated for the Golden Globe Award for Best Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy.

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