Smog
Smog

Smog

1973Movie86 minGerman

Every day they clean the dirty windows of their cars from the filthy film that has formed overnight. Measuring stations call a low smog warning. But one day a soccer player collapses on the pitch with breathlessness.

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IMDb6.2/10
Director: Frank De FelittaGenres: Drama, Thriller

Plot Summary

A teenager discovers a hidden community living in the smog-filled Los Angeles, where she becomes entangled in a dangerous conspiracy. As she delves deeper, she uncovers dark secrets about the city's elite and their control over the toxic environment. Her investigation puts her own life at risk, forcing her to confront powerful forces determined to keep the truth buried.

Critical Reception

Smog was a made-for-television movie that garnered moderate attention for its cautionary themes about pollution and societal control. While it offered a compelling premise, its execution was often seen as uneven by critics, with some praising its ambition and others finding its narrative predictable. The performances, particularly from Julie Harris, were frequently highlighted as a strong point.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its timely and relevant themes regarding environmental issues.
  • Noted for a strong performance by Julie Harris.
  • Criticized by some for a somewhat formulaic plot structure.

Google audience: Audience reception information for this made-for-television film from 1973 is not readily available.

Fun Fact

The film was part of a wave of environmentally themed made-for-television movies in the early 1970s, reflecting growing public concern over pollution.

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