I Want to Live

Name: I Want to Live
Director: David Lowell Rich
Genre: Drama, TV Movie
Released: 1983-01-01
Duration: 93 min
Cast: Lindsay Wagner, Martin Balsam, Pamela Reed, Harry Dean Stanton, Michael Alldredge

1983Dir. David Lowell Rich1h 33m

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Runtime1h 33m

Released1983

DirectorDavid Lowell Rich

About This Movie

I Want to Live (1983) unfolds a gripping tale of desperation and moral ambiguity. It's set against the bleak backdrop of a death row that really captures the oppressive atmosphere surrounding capital punishment. The pacing feels deliberate, almost suffocating, which heightens the tension as we watch the protagonist's struggle. The performances here are raw and compelling, particularly the lead who embodies fear and determination in equal measure. Practical effects, though limited by its TV movie budget, still manage to evoke a visceral response. It's a distinctively dark exploration of justice and redemption, reflecting on the human condition in a way that resonates long after the credits roll. Quite a conversation starter among collectors, given its themes and execution.

Engaging performances highlight the tensionExplores deep themes of justice and moralityUnique perspective on capital punishment debates