Sorcerer
Directed by William FriedkinFour men from different parts of the globe, all hiding from their pasts in the same remote South American town, agree to risk their lives transporting several cases of dynamite (which is so old that it is dripping unstable nitroglycerin) across dangerous jungle terrain.
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- Doc Worm2d agoBleak, tense and anxious. Sorcerer is the symphonic culmination of all great parts of cinema. Tight tracking shots and mean performances guide this story through its well paced beats from beginning to end. This is truly some of Friedkin and company’s best work.
- dug960September 14, 2025I find it hard to believe that a helicopter would've been a bumpier way to move moist nitroglycerin than two rusty old trucks along rocky mountain roads. That being said this was a helluva tense ride and an excellent movie... sorry you came out up against Star Wars, Sorcerer. You deserved better.
- marshalseaAugust 3, 2025A crap title that doesn't tell you anything of the depths of this. Feels like an old film, has that genuine arc and complicated characters. Be ready for a long build up to some excellent end sets. I'm not sure the last time I've felt so tense watching someone driving a truck but the bridge scene is famous for a reason. Definitely worth your time.
- flavo434d agoSorcerer is a raw, nerve‑shredding character drama that grips you from the opening scenes and never lets go. The film’s intensity comes not from spectacle but from the sheer human desperation driving its characters forward. As they navigate impossible terrain in rickety trucks loaded with volatile cargo, you almost feel like you’re in the cab with them—sweating, shaking, and fearing that every bump could be the last. William Friedkin builds tension with masterful precision, letting silence, atmosphere, and the actors’ haunted performances do the heavy lifting. The result is a film that’s less about action and more about the psychological toll of survival. Each character carries a past that weighs as heavily as the dynamite they transport, giving the story a powerful emotional undercurrent. Sorcerer stands as a gripping, beautifully crafted exploration of human endurance under unimaginable pressure.
- Michael SurberDecember 9, 2025I own so many copies of this film... Even though it is a remake it still holds up nearly fifty years later. Acting is sharp and to the point. Friedkin did a masterful job directing, even though it was dwarfed by the success of Star Wars. High marks from me if for no other reason than the incredible soundtrack by Tangerine Dream, recorded and delivered to WF while filming was still underway - never having seen a frame of film footage. Amazing stuff here.
- GrimeFiVideoNovember 9, 2025Fantastic film that excels in creating tension and anxiety. Beautiful cinematography throughout.
- True411October 2, 2025It bombed in theatres and was said to have been bad timing or whatever. I gave it a shot, but it was meh. Good electronic soundtrack though.
- AngusMcNutzJanuary 25, 2025Definitely one that gets points for effort, even if a decent amount doesn’t really pay off. Still, it’s got that late-70s grittiness, a love for beautiful low angles and a lot of impressive set pieces to see you through.
Sorcerer Trivia
Sorcerer was released on June 24, 1977.
Sorcerer was directed by William Friedkin.
Sorcerer has a runtime of 2 hr 2 min.
Sorcerer was produced by William Friedkin.
The key characters in Sorcerer are Scanlon / "Dominguez" (Roy Scheider), Victor Manzon / "Serrano" (Bruno Cremer), Nilo (Francisco Rabal).
Sorcerer is rated PG.
Sorcerer is an Adventure, Thriller, Drama film.
Sorcerer has an audience rating of 8.3 out of 10.