The Hot Box
“RAVAGED ... SAVAGED ... Licked by the fiery tongues of "The Hot Box"”
Synopsis
After a young village boy dies on San Rosario island, the leader of the People's Army decides to kidnap a group of American nurses who have traveled there to work at the government medical center, demanding that they help set up a public health dispensary and teach the revolutionaries medical procedures and first aid.
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The Hot Box (1972) Theatrical Trailer
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-01-19
Top Cast
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Carmen Argenziano
Flavio
Andrea Cagan
Bunny Kincaid
Margaret Markov
Lynn Forrest
Rickey Richardson
Ellie St. George
Laurie Rose
Sue Pennwright
Zaldy Zshornack
Ronaldo
Jose Romulo
Crao
Rocco Montalban
Carragiero
Charles Dierkop
Journalist Garcia / Major Dubay
Gina Laforteza
Florida
Carmen Barredo
Tomasa (as Carmen Baredo)
Release History & Theatrical Window
April 21, 1972
Wide Cinema Exhibition
January 1, 1989
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Joe Viola
- Screenplay & Story
- Joe Viola, Jonathan Demme
- Original Score
- Restie Umali
- Original Title
- The Hot Box
- Country of Origin
- Philippines, United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 25m
- Production Studios
- New World Pictures
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Joe Viola
Joe Viola, Jonathan Demme
Restie Umali
Barbara Pokras, Nonoy Santillan, Ben Barcelon
Jonathan Demme, Roger Corman, Cirio H. Santiago
Department Leadership Roster
Joe Viola
Screenplay
Jonathan Demme
Screenplay
Jonathan Demme
Producer
Barbara Pokras
Editor
Nonoy Santillan
Editor
Cirio H. Santiago
Producer
Ben Barcelon
Editor
Joe Viola
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
International Certification Matrix
Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Frequently Asked Questions About The Hot Box
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What is The Hot Box about?
After a young village boy dies on San Rosario island, the leader of the People's Army decides to kidnap a group of American nurses who have traveled there to work at the government medical center, demanding that they help set up a public health dispensary and teach the revolutionaries medical procedures and first aid.
Who directed The Hot Box?
The Hot Box was directed by Joe Viola.
Who stars in The Hot Box?
The principal cast of The Hot Box includes Carmen Argenziano, Andrea Cagan, Margaret Markov, Rickey Richardson, Laurie Rose.
When was The Hot Box released and how long is it?
The Hot Box was released in 1972 with a total runtime of 1h 25m.
Who composed the musical score for The Hot Box?
The original motion picture soundtrack for The Hot Box was composed by Restie Umali.
What is the age rating and content advisory for The Hot Box?
The Hot Box holds official age classifications: CA: R; US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).