Escape from New York
Action • R • 1981 • 1 hr 39 min
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A relic of schlocky dystopia. A blend of western swagger & punk rebellion that never takes itself too seriously. More fun than it should be
As usual with John Carpenter films, it has an amazing story, but also amazing subtext that gives depth to the film.
Good dystopia visuals. Better than the sequel
Super dark but yet has some good comedy moments,This really shows how important democracy truly is.
Budget limitations are evident, but an entertaining cult classic from Russell and Carpenter
A dystopian, out of left field adventure. Complete with car chandeliers, a countdown, nail bat fight and cleavage. Only Kurt Russell works.
John carpenter really is good at doing these low budget action stories.
John Carpenter's stark classic of a lone anti-hero's trek thru futuristic New York controlled under a prison system...9/10Intriguing & Dark.
B-movie cheese at its finest. Russell does his best Eastwood impression in a dystopian island prison. Most certainly a guilty pleasure
Carpenter doing what Carpenter does best. With Kurt Russell, who happens to be doing what Kurt Russell does best. Have fun with this one
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