Originally produced as a motion picture in 1976. "Assault on precinct 13 is presented in ITS 2.35:1 theatrical aspect ratio. Enhanced for 16.9 TVs"--Container. Special features: Scene selection; new anamorphic high-definition digital film transfer in the original 2.35:1 Panavision aspect ratio; new 5.1 surround audio mix; audio commentary by director John Carpenter; theatrical trailer; radio spots; interview with John Carpenter and actor Austin Stoker; John Carpenter's isolated score. Austin Stoker, Darwin Joston, Laurie Zimmer, Martin West, Tony Burton.
Summary:
A police station under siege from a vicious street gang becomes a cataclysmic battleground where only the strongest survive. Inspired by Howard Hawks' immortal Western Rio Bravo, this explosive gem has been newly restored with high-powered extras.
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