The Driver
The Driver specializes in driving getaway cars for robberies. His exceptional talent has prevented him from being caught yet. After another successful flight from the police a self-assured detective makes it his primary goal to catch the Driver. He promises pardons to a gang if they help to convict him in a set-up robbery. The Driver seeks help from The Player to mislead the detective.
Critics Sentiment
The Driver systematically wrecks the criminals' Mercedes
The Detective confronts The Driver at his rented room
The massive jump from the Detective's room confrontation to the spectacular Mercedes demolition scene represents a shift from slow character tension to pure vehicular spectacle.
The Driver maintains consistently strong sentiment throughout most of its runtime, with the iconic Mercedes destruction scene representing the film's peak moment of kinetic excellence. While some middle sections involving character confrontations received more measured praise, the spectacular car chase sequences and Bruce Dern's obsessed detective performance kept critics engaged. The film's minimalist approach and existential themes resonated strongly with reviewers who appreciated its stylistic commitment.
Full cast
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Ryan O'Neal
The Driver
Bruce Dern
The Detective
Isabelle Adjani
The Player
Ronee Blakley
The Connection
Matt Clark
Red Plainclothesman
Felice Orlandi
Gold Plainclothesman
Joseph Walsh
Glasses
Rudy Ramos
Teeth
Denny Macko
Exchange Man
Frank Bruno
The Kid
Will Walker
Fingers
Sandy Brown Wyeth
Split
Tara King
Frizzy
Richard Carey
Floorman
Fidel Corona
Card Player
Victor Gilmour
Boardman
Nick Dimitri
Blue Mask
Bob Minor
Green Mask
Angelo Lamonea
Patron
Patrick Burns
Patron
Crew
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