Assault on Precinct 13

Name: Assault on Precinct 13
Director: John Carpenter
Genre: Thriller, Action, Crime
Released: 1976-01-01
Duration: 91 min
Rating: 7.3
Cast: Austin Stoker, Darwin Joston, Laurie Zimmer, Martin West, Tony Burton

1976Dir. John Carpenter1h 31m

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Runtime1h 31m

Released1976

Budget$150K

DirectorJohn Carpenter

About This Movie

So, 'Assault on Precinct 13' is one of those films that really nails the gritty vibe of the mid-70s. Carpenter's direction creates this palpable tension, and you can really feel the claustrophobia of the precinct. The pacing? It's relentless, with that mix of action and suspense keeping you on the edge. The characters are a ragtag bunch, thrown together by circumstance, and the performances have this rawness that feels real. Plus, there's a certain charm in the practical effects. The way they handle violence is impactful yet understated, adding to the film's overall bleak atmosphere. It's not just a siege film; it touches on themes of survival and unlikely camaraderie. A distinct blend of genre elements here that’s really worth exploring.

Gritty atmosphere that defines 70s cinemaStrong themes of survival and camaraderiePractical effects enhance the film's realism