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Drowning on Dry Land (1999)

Movie ★ 4.7 88 min

Drama Romance

A taxi driver picks up a fare in Manhattan. She offers the driver a large sum to drive her to the desert. While the pair drive across the country, the woman tries various strategies to lure the driver into conversation. Despite his reticence, the pair begins a tumultuous and steamy relationship.

Carl Colpaert Director Julie Jacobs Writer

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Quick facts

Released
October 1, 1999
Runtime
88 min
Rating
R
IMDb
tt0187820
Language
Studio
Cineville, Cargo Films, Unapix Entertainment Productions

Cast

Barbara Hershey Barbara Hershey Kate Naveen Andrews Naveen Andrews Darshan John Doe John Doe Les Carol Lynley Carol Lynley Marge Stephen Polk Stephen Polk Tony John Taylor John Taylor Bobby Siri Baruc Siri Baruc Paisley Genevieve Maylam Genevieve Maylam Tracy Gina Belafonte Gina Belafonte Waitress at Truck Stop Bryan Beck Disc Jockey Mary Portser Mary Portser Cashier Dendrie Taylor Dendrie Taylor Family Diner Waitress Shania Accius Shania Accius Prostitute

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Frequently asked questions

What is Drowning on Dry Land about?
A taxi driver picks up a fare in Manhattan. She offers the driver a large sum to drive her to the desert. While the pair drive across the country, the woman tries various strategies to lure the driver into conversation. Despite his reticence, the pair begins a tumultuous and steamy relationship.
Who directed Drowning on Dry Land?
Drowning on Dry Land was directed by Carl Colpaert.
Who stars in Drowning on Dry Land?
Drowning on Dry Land stars Barbara Hershey, Naveen Andrews, John Doe, Carol Lynley.
When was Drowning on Dry Land released?
Drowning on Dry Land is a 1999 drama, romance film.
Where can I watch Drowning on Dry Land?
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