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Smash-Up on Interstate 5 (1976)

“It was a day just like any other, until 75 people took the wrong route home!”

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Plot

On the long, sun-drenched stretch of Interstate 5 near San Diego, a catastrophic car crash disrupts the Fourth of July weekend. The calamity isn't just a chaotic tangle of metal and smoke; it's a cataclysmic crossroad for the lives of the victims. "Smash-Up on Interstate 5" weaves together the poignant, riveting, and at times, heart-breaking narratives of these individuals leading up to the horrific incident. Under the same golden Californian sun, an elderly couple grapples with the cruel reality of a terminal cancer diagnosis. Their love is tested by time and disease, offering a bittersweet portrayal of enduring love. Elsewhere, a young man finds himself ensnared in a dangerous love triangle, captivated by the girlfriend of a ruthless cop killer. His partner tirelessly trails the deadly duo, adding a layer of suspense and tension to the unfolding drama. Simultaneously, a wealthy middle-aged woman embarks on an unexpected adventure when a rugged trucker saves her from the clutches of a threatening motorcycle gang. Their unlikely romance blooms amidst danger and uncertainty, providing a thrilling subplot to the overarching narrative. All these lives, each carrying their own burdens and joys, collide in one monumental crash on Interstate 5. The film meticulously replays the devastating event from multiple angles and in slow motion, capturing the intense moments of terror and the chilling indifference to the victims. "Smash-Up on Interstate 5" is a compelling exploration of human lives thrown into disarray by a single, tragic event, and a testament to the unpredictability of fate.

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Smash-Up on Interstate 5 is a drama movie featuring Robert Conrad and directed by John Llewellyn Moxey.

Smash-Up on Interstate 5 is currently streaming on EPIX Amazon Channel.