Checkpoint
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.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Locarno Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Parviz Sayyad
- Screenplay & Story
- Parviz Sayyad
- Original Title
- Checkpoint
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English, Persian
- Runtime
- 1h 31m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Parviz Sayyad
Parviz Sayyad
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Parviz Sayyad
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Frequently Asked Questions About Checkpoint
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
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 passengers, divided along ideological lines, whose debates about policy and politics soon lead to a full-scale confrontation.
Who directed Checkpoint?
Checkpoint was directed by Parviz Sayyad.
Who stars in Checkpoint?
The principal cast of Checkpoint includes Mary Apick, Houshang Touzie, Marshall Manesh, Michael Zand, Buck Kartalian.
When was Checkpoint released and how long is it?
Checkpoint was released in 1987 with a total runtime of 1h 31m.