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6.0 / 10(13 votes)IMDbR20021h 31mSouth Africa, Switzerland

Pavement

“The only victim who wants to die is the killer.”

Synopsis

Samuel Browne is a tracker in Alaska. When his sister meets a grisly death in San Francisco, he goes there to hunt her killer. As more murders occur, police investigator Buckley Clarke reluctantly joins forces with Sam. The brass are convinced this is a serial killer choosing victims at random, but Sam and Buckley discover a pattern involving health personnel who work in neonatal intensive care. Doctors aren't supposed to play god, but someone's decision years before has driven a killer over the brink. Can they find him?

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

December 13, 2002

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Darrell James Roodt
Screenplay & Story
Charles Hansen
Original Score
Anthony Marinelli
Original Title
Pavement
Country of Origin
South Africa, Switzerland
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 31m
Production Studios
Motion Picture Corporation of Europe (MPCE), Film Afrika

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Darrell James Roodt

Screenplay & Story

Charles Hansen

Original Score & Music

Anthony Marinelli

Director of Photography

Giulio Biccari

Film Editing

Ronelle Loots

Producers

David Wicht, Jörg Westerkamp, Frank Hübner, Brad Krevoy, David Lancaster

Department Leadership Roster

Ronelle Loots

Editor

Darrell James Roodt

Darrell James Roodt

Director

Charles Hansen

Writer

Diana Cilliers

Costume Design

Frank Hübner

Producer

Brad Krevoy

Brad Krevoy

Producer

David Lancaster

David Lancaster

Producer

Adam Richman

Producer

Tom Hannam

Production Design

Giulio Biccari

Director of Photography

Anthony Marinelli

Anthony Marinelli

Original Music Composer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: R

R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)R

Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Pavement.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Pavement

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Pavement about?

Samuel Browne is a tracker in Alaska. When his sister meets a grisly death in San Francisco, he goes there to hunt her killer. As more murders occur, police investigator Buckley Clarke reluctantly joins forces with Sam. The brass are convinced this is a serial killer choosing victims at random, but Sam and Buckley discover a pattern involving health personnel who work in neonatal intensive care. Doctors aren't supposed to play god, but someone's decision years before has driven a killer over the brink. Can they find him?

Who directed Pavement?

Pavement was directed by Darrell James Roodt.

Who stars in Pavement?

The principal cast of Pavement includes Robert Patrick, Lauren Holly, Barry Shabaka Henley, Terry Norton, Danny Keogh.

When was Pavement released and how long is it?

Pavement was released in 2002 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.

Who composed the musical score for Pavement?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Pavement was composed by Anthony Marinelli.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Pavement?

Pavement holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).