Savage Streets

Name: Savage Streets
Director: Danny Steinmann
Genre: Action, Drama, Crime
Released: 1984-01-01
Duration: 93 min
Rating: 6.2
Cast: Linda Blair, John Vernon, Robert Dryer, Linnea Quigley, Sal Landi

1984Dir. Danny Steinmann1h 33m

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Runtime1h 33m

Released1984

Budget$1.5M

Box office$5M

DirectorDanny Steinmann

About This Movie

Savage Streets is a gritty mix of action and crime, set in a gritty urban backdrop that really adds to its raw atmosphere. Brenda, the lead, portrayed by Linda Blair, brings a fierce intensity to her quest for revenge. The pacing is relentless, driving you through this dark narrative as she seeks vengeance for her sister, who’s deaf-mute and becomes a target of brutal gang violence. The film doesn't hold back on practical effects, showcasing some intense confrontations that feel very visceral. It's that blend of teenage angst and street warfare that gives it a distinct character—sort of a revenge flick but with a unique feminine angle that’s pretty rare for the time. Definitely a unique piece in any collector's library.

Strong themes of sisterhood and vengeanceNoteworthy practical effects for its timeDistinctive combination of 80s action and drama