The Defiant Ones

A tense, sweaty chase through hostile country that slowly turns into a hard-won story of mutual respect.

Directed by

Stanley Kramer

Genres

Crime, Drama, Adventure

Starring

Tony Curtis, Sidney Poitier, Theodore Bikel

Tagline

One of the great ones!

Overview

Two convicts—one white, one black—escape while chained to each other.

How it feels

Tense, earnest, dark and melancholic. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Race, survival, friendship, loyalty

Content

Strong violence. Mild gore, sexual content and language.

Note

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