Boxcar Bertha (1972)

Synopsis of Boxcar Bertha

Produced by Roger Corman and directed by Martin Scorsese, Boxcar Bertha is a Bonnie and Clyde-like yarn set during the Depression. The title character, played by Barbara Hershey, links up with union organizer David Carradine (Hershey's real-life lover at the time) after the death of her father. Running afoul of anti-union forces, Bertha and Carradine are forced into a life of crime. Whereas Bonnie and Clyde robbed banks, Boxcar Bertha's specialty is trains. A story of this nature can only end in tragedy, and wait until you see Carradine's symbolic demise! For the record, there really was a Boxcar Bertha Thompson, and it is her autobiography, Sister of the Road, that serves as the basis for Joyce and John Corrington's screenplay. ~ Hal Erickson, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:

88 mins

Director(s):

Martin Scorsese

Writer(s):

Joyce Hooper Corrington, John William Corrington

Producer(s):

Julie Corman, Roger Corman

Theatrical MPAA Rating:

R(Adult Language, Not For Children, Adult Situations, Nudity, Violence, Strong Sexual Content)

Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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