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Highway (2002)

"It started as a desperate escape and became the wildest ride of their lives"

5.520021h 37mEN
ActionAdventureDrama

Directed by James Cox

Rating

5.5/10

Runtime

1h 37m

Language

EN

Release

March 26, 2002

Director

James Cox

Official Trailer

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Overview

Jack is caught with the wife of his employer, a Vegas thug. The thug sends goons after Jack, who convinces his best friend, Pilot, to flee with him. Pilot insists that they head for Seattle, but doesn't tell Jack why. The goons learn from Pilot's drug source where the youths are headed, and they fol...

Cast

Jared Leto

Jared Leto

Jack Hayes

Selma Blair

Selma Blair

Cassie

Jake Gyllenhaal

Jake Gyllenhaal

Pilot Kelson

John C. McGinley

John C. McGinley

Johnny the Fox

Jeremy Piven

Jeremy Piven

Scawldy

Kimberley Kates

Kimberley Kates

Jilly Miranda

Mark Rolston

Mark Rolston

Burt Miranda

Arden Myrin

Arden Myrin

Lucy

Stephen Shellen

Stephen Shellen

Clark Hayes

M.C. Gainey

M.C. Gainey

Steven

Conrad Goode

Conrad Goode

Gibby

Captain Mauzner

Captain Mauzner

Mauzner

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Highway (2002), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

Jack is caught with the wife of his employer, a Vegas thug. The thug sends goons after Jack, who convinces his best friend, Pilot, to flee with him. Pilot insists that they head for Seattle, but doesn't tell Jack why. The goons learn from Pilot's drug source where the youths are headed, and they follow, hell bent on breaking Jack's feet. On the road, Jack and Pilot give a ride to Cassie, a distressed young woman. She and Jack hit it off. They pick up an aging stoner headed to Seattle for Kurt Cobain's memorial, and they help a circus sideshow family. Why is Pilot so set on Seattle, will the goons catch Jack, and is there any way the friends' competing needs can be resolved?

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Highway. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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