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Checkpoint

August 14, 1987 1h 31m

Originally released in 1987. Checkpoint is a drama film. directed by Parviz Sayyad.

Starring Mary Apick, Houshang Touzie, and Marshall Manesh

Synopsis

A busload of College students, returning to Michigan from a Canadian field trip, is stopped at the US border at the time of the Iranian hostage crisis. The group includes a number of Iranian passengers, divided along ideological lines, whose debates about policy and politics soon lead to a full-scale confrontation.

Quick Facts

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Release Date August 14, 1987 38 years ago
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Runtime 1h 31m 91 minutes total
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Language English Original language
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Country United States of America Production

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Checkpoint about?

A busload of College students, returning to Michigan from a Canadian field trip, is stopped at the US border at the time of the Iranian hostage crisis. The group includes a number of Iranian passen...

Who directed Checkpoint?

Checkpoint was directed by Parviz Sayyad.

How long is Checkpoint?

Checkpoint has a runtime of 1 hours and 31 minutes (91 minutes total).

When was Checkpoint released?

Checkpoint was released on August 14, 1987 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in Checkpoint?

The main cast of Checkpoint includes Mary Apick, Houshang Touzie, Marshall Manesh, Michael Zand, Buck Kartalian.