The Connection
"Men Held Captive By the Power Of Drugs"
Originally released in 1962. The Connection is a drama film. directed by Shirley Clarke.
Starring Warren Finnerty, Jerome Raphael, and Garry Goodrow
Synopsis
A title card announces that the film is a result of found footage assembled by cameraman J.J. Burden working for the acclaimed documentary filmmaker Jim Dunn, who has disappeared. Leach, a heroin addict, introduces the audience to his apartment where other heroin addicts, a mix of current and former jazz musicians, are waiting for Cowboy, their drug connection, to appear. Things go out of control as the men grow increasingly nervous and the cameraman keeps recording.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 15, 1962
63 years ago
Runtime
1h 50m
110 minutes total
User Rating
6.4/10
Good (27 votes)
Budget
$167
Production budget
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
- Budget
- $167
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Connection about?
A title card announces that the film is a result of found footage assembled by cameraman J.J. Burden working for the acclaimed documentary filmmaker Jim Dunn, who has disappeared. Leach, a heroin a...
Who directed The Connection?
The Connection was directed by Shirley Clarke.
How long is The Connection?
The Connection has a runtime of 1 hours and 50 minutes (110 minutes total).
When was The Connection released?
The Connection was released on February 15, 1962 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in The Connection?
The main cast of The Connection includes Warren Finnerty, Jerome Raphael, Garry Goodrow, Carl Lee, Barbara Winchester.