Boxcar Bertha
"Life made her an outcast. Love made her an outlaw."
Originally released in 1972. Boxcar Bertha is a crime/drama film. directed by Martin Scorsese. At just 88 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Barbara Hershey, David Carradine, and Barry Primus
Synopsis
"Boxcar" Bertha Thompson, a transient woman in Arkansas during the violence-filled Depression of the early '30s, meets up with rabble-rousing union man "Big" Bill Shelly and the two team up to fight the corrupt railroad establishment.
Quick Facts
Release Date
June 14, 1972
53 years ago
Runtime
1h 28m
88 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (233 votes)
Budget
$600K
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Top Cast
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $600,000
Production Companies
- American International Pictures
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boxcar Bertha about?
"Boxcar" Bertha Thompson, a transient woman in Arkansas during the violence-filled Depression of the early '30s, meets up with rabble-rousing union man "Big" Bill Shelly and the two team up to figh...
Who directed Boxcar Bertha?
Boxcar Bertha was directed by Martin Scorsese.
How long is Boxcar Bertha?
Boxcar Bertha has a runtime of 1 hours and 28 minutes (88 minutes total).
When was Boxcar Bertha released?
Boxcar Bertha was released on June 14, 1972 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Boxcar Bertha?
The main cast of Boxcar Bertha includes Barbara Hershey, David Carradine, Barry Primus, Bernie Casey, John Carradine.
Is Boxcar Bertha worth watching?
Boxcar Bertha has a user rating of 5.8/10 based on 233 reviews, indicating mixed reception from audiences.