Daylight Train
Daylight Train

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Daylight Train

1976
Movie
95 min
Russian

Two old friends living in Moscow and St. Petersburg are hoping to get their children married.

Insights

IMDb6.2/10
Director: Richard C. SarafianGenres: Action, Crime, Thriller

Plot Summary

A former Vietnam POW is implicated in the theft of millions of dollars in diamonds. He finds himself on the run from both the law and the criminal organization that framed him. The chase leads him across Europe on a high-stakes train journey.

Critical Reception

Daylight Train received a mixed to positive reception upon its release. Critics generally praised the film's suspenseful narrative and action sequences, particularly the train-based elements. However, some found the plot to be somewhat convoluted, and performances varied in their impact.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thrilling chase sequences and taut suspense.

  • Some critics noted plot contrivances and pacing issues.

  • Peter Fonda's performance was generally well-received.

Google audience: Audience reception for Daylight Train is not widely documented through specific Google user reviews.

Fun Fact

The film was shot on location in various European countries, utilizing actual trains to enhance the realism of the chase sequences.

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