Dirt
“Break Free”
Synopsis
From motorcycles to Swamp buggies; from Pike Peak to Baja California - "Dirt" covers the motorsports world of off-road racing and competitions. There is humor, drama, and suspense in this light-hearted view of off-pavement competition
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Release History & Theatrical Window
March 12, 1979
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Eric Karson
- Screenplay & Story
- Johnny Talon
- Original Score
- Alan Oldfield, Richard Halligan
- Original Title
- Dirt
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 35m
- Production Studios
- American Cinema A Division of American Communications Industries
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Eric Karson
Johnny Talon
Alan Oldfield, Richard Halligan
Don Shoemaker, Jim Deckard
Department Leadership Roster
Eric Karson
Director
Don Shoemaker
Director of Photography
Jim Deckard
Director of Photography
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Frequently Asked Questions About Dirt
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Dirt about?
From motorcycles to Swamp buggies; from Pike Peak to Baja California - "Dirt" covers the motorsports world of off-road racing and competitions. There is humor, drama, and suspense in this light-hearted view of off-pavement competition
Who directed Dirt?
Dirt was directed by Eric Karson.
Who stars in Dirt?
The principal cast of Dirt includes Bobby Ferro, Billy Fuentes, Elliot M. Kaplan, Bobby Unser Jr..
When was Dirt released and how long is it?
Dirt was released in 1979 with a total runtime of 1h 35m.
Who composed the musical score for Dirt?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Dirt was composed by Alan Oldfield, Richard Halligan.