The Set-Up movie poster

The Set-Up

November 21, 1978 0h 17m

Originally released in 1978. The Set-Up is a drama/action film. directed by Kathryn Bigelow. At just 17 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.

Starring Gary Busey, Sylvère Lotringer, and Marshall Blonsky

Synopsis

The Set-Up is Kathryn Bigelow's student film at Columbia about the exploration of 'why violence in cinematic form is so seductive'. It featured two men beating each other to a pulp in a dark alley, while two professors analyzed the philosophy of it all on the soundtrack.

Quick Facts

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Release Date November 21, 1978 47 years ago
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Runtime 0h 17m 17 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 The Set-Up about?

The Set-Up is Kathryn Bigelow's student film at Columbia about the exploration of 'why violence in cinematic form is so seductive'. It featured two men beating each other to a pulp in a dark alley,...

Who directed The Set-Up?

The Set-Up was directed by Kathryn Bigelow.

How long is The Set-Up?

The Set-Up has a runtime of 0 hours and 17 minutes (17 minutes total).

When was The Set-Up released?

The Set-Up was released on November 21, 1978 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Set-Up?

The main cast of The Set-Up includes Gary Busey, Sylvère Lotringer, Marshall Blonsky.