Straight Time
After being released on parole, a burglar attempts to go straight, get a regular job, and just go by the rules. He soon finds himself back in jail at the hands of a power-hungry parole officer.
Release Year
1978
Runtime
114 min
Audience Score
7.2
Genres
Crime, Drama
Story Snapshot
After being released on parole, a burglar attempts to go straight, get a regular job, and just go by the rules. He soon finds himself back in jail at the hands of a power-hungry parole officer.
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Straight Time is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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