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Rollercoaster

Poster for the movie "Rollercoaster"
Poster for the movie "Rollercoaster"

Rollercoaster (1999)

90 minutes min - Drama - 14 September 1999
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In a desperate hour, five teenagers choose a bankrupt amusement park to let loose and pursue a fantasy. Darrin, his girlfriend Chloe, his best friend Stick, the group clown Sanj and Darrin's tag-along kid brother Justin "borrow" their group home counselor's car for a day of escape at Wonder World. Fueled by booze, drugs and unspoken tensions between them, the friends revel aimlessly through the silent rides in search of Ben, a notorious and apparently teen-friendly security guard. Ben allows them to stay, but in return exacts the most private of fees. Soon the rides are alive, but the fantasy holds little solace for those facing demons. The blaring music, bright lights and bucketing machines of the midway are a futile escape, for in its midst a darker purpose lurks; after night has fallen, Darrin and Chloe intend to end their carnival in a tableau of sacrifice by leaping from the top of the old rollercoaster. As their day draws to a close, each is confronted with the choice - between a life holding on, or a death letting go. Each path holds its terrors; whatever the choice, their lives will bear the mark forever.

Director:  Scott Smith
Writers:  Scott Smith
Stars:  Brendan Fletcher, Kett Turton, Crystal Buble, Brent Glenen, Sean Amsing, David Lovgren


Genres: Drama

Details

Official Website:  http://rollercoasterthemovie.com
Country:   Canada
Language:  English
Release Date:  14 September 1999

Company Credits

Production Companies:  British Columbia Film Commission

Technical Specs

Runtime:  1 h 30 min
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