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Traveling businessman David Mann angers the driver of a rusty tanker while crossing the California desert. A simple trip turns deadly, as Mann struggles to stay on the road while the tanker plays cat and mouse with his life.

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Made on a $450K budget
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Filmed in Polsa Rosa Movie Ranch and California
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Set in California
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Music by Billy Goldenberg
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Cinematography
Cinematography by Jack A. Marta
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Director: Steven Spielberg
Writer: Richard MathesonScreenplay, Story
Status: Released
Release date: December 25, 1971
Original language: English
Budget: $450K
Revenue: $2.5K
Countries: United States of America

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