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Based on William Hayes's autobiography, MIDNIGHT EXPRESS tells the harrowing story of a young American tourist arrested and sentenced to 30 years in prison by Turkish authorities for trying to smuggle two kilos of hashish out of the country. Billy (Brad Davis), suffering through the harsh realities of the Turkish penal system, .. Read more
| Starring | Brad Davis, Randy Quaid, John Hurt |
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| Director | Alan Parker |
| Genres | Drama |
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Misleadingly-titled wallow in prison atrocities, extremely well made but certainly not entertaining and with little discernible point.
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Compelling.
Coupled with Mississippi Burning as Alan Parker's best directorial acheivement. If mental illness doesn't dissuade you from smoking hash then this'... read more »
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he deserved every bit of it
i dont know what this film is trying to preach, but he deserved 100% everything he got -- he comes out to write a book so we can all feel sorry for for him -- ... read more »
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Gripping, brutal, compelling, brilliant!
The 'critic' who reviewed this and gave it two stars obviously has no idea what they're on about and is most likely a Michael Bay fan.
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Fantastic Film!
This is a fantastic film. Superb acting and storyline. You really feel the fear of the characters and John Hurt is amazing as always. One of my favourites and ... read more »
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Midnight Express
Brilliant, top film. from start to finishAdd this to your list, you will not be dissapointed. Well worth a watch.
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Don't listen to the Turks
I had heard about this movie and all my Turkish friends were trying to discourage me from watching it. The fact is: this is a true story and this is how things ... read more »
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Gripping real life stuff
Another brilliant true story. I first saw this many years ago when i was about 12 and have never forgotten the affect it had on me then 'Brilliant but you ... read more »
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Great great great. Great everything!
The trailer doesn't particularly make you want to watch it but this movie is absolutely fantastic.
And contrary to the critic, i do find it ... read more »
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Fantastic film.. Got to watch it!
This film was excellent. The characters were brilliant and the acting was superb. The story is both saddening and moving. You must watch this film or you will ... read more »
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Boring zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
Very disappointing! Found it very boring and a weak storyline. Had the potential to be a great film but it was just weird!
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Addictive, shocking and outstanding
My friend has persuaded me to watch this film and I can honestly say it was absolutely fantastic!
Bear in mind it may stir your emotion, I did get ... read more »