Traffic Jam
Originally released in 1979. Traffic Jam is a drama/comedy film. directed by Luigi Comencini. With a runtime of 2h 1m, it's an epic theatrical experience.
Starring Alberto Sordi, Annie Girardot, and Fernando Rey
Synopsis
A tremendous congestion hits the Rome highway ring. The biggest traffic jam ever seen lasts more than 36 hours. At the beginning the people blocked in their cars react normally. But as more time passes, the more we witness personal dramas, hysteric reactions and other grotesque situations. All the episodes are linked as if in a single plot. Cars and their hosts are a microcosm of stories part of a larger universe: the congestion.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 12, 1979
47 years ago
Runtime
2h 1m
121 minutes total
User Rating
6.8/10
Good (75 votes)
Language
Italian
Original language
Country
France
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Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- IT
Production Companies
- Gaumont International
- Clesi Cinematografica
- Greenwich Film Production
- José Frade Producciones Cinematográficas
- Albatros Filmproduktion
- Filmédis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Traffic Jam about?
A tremendous congestion hits the Rome highway ring. The biggest traffic jam ever seen lasts more than 36 hours. At the beginning the people blocked in their cars react normally. But as more time pa...
Who directed Traffic Jam?
Traffic Jam was directed by Luigi Comencini.
How long is Traffic Jam?
Traffic Jam has a runtime of 2 hours and 1 minutes (121 minutes total).
When was Traffic Jam released?
Traffic Jam was released on January 12, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Traffic Jam?
The main cast of Traffic Jam includes Alberto Sordi, Annie Girardot, Fernando Rey, Patrick Dewaere, Ángela Molina.