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U-Turn (1997)

Directed by Oliver Stone · Cinematography by Robert Richardson

R125 min56 frames

CrimeDramaThrillerRomance

Sex. Murder. Betrayal. Everything that makes life worth living.

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Stills, screencaps & shots from U-Turn

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U-Turn (1997) movie still: closeup — A close-up view of a person standing in pouring rain at night. The individual is partially obscured by the…U-Turn (1997) movie still: medium — A neglected lot contains a rusted vintage sedan and an orange fire hydrant. The background features a long,…U-Turn (1997) movie still: closeup — A close view inside a vehicle with natural light reflecting off a lens. A person wears dark aviator sunglasses…U-Turn (1997) movie still: fullbody — An aged wooden storefront with large glass windows and an overhanging porch roof exists. A man walks past the…U-Turn (1997) movie still: medium — A sunlit diner interior with large glass windows and worn surfaces. A young woman and a man in a suit sit at the…U-Turn (1997) movie still: establishing — A vast, flat desert landscape stretches toward a horizon beneath a golden sunset. A single vehicle travels…U-Turn (1997) movie still: wide — A sparsely furnished, dark waiting room with wood floors and several wooden benches. A person sits on a bench…U-Turn (1997) movie still: wide — A miniature desert landscape model features artificial sand, small cactus models, and a building. A small plastic…U-Turn (1997) movie still: medium — The interior of a vehicle with red steering wheel detailing under a blue sky. A man sits in the driver seat…U-Turn (1997) movie still: closeup — A close-up shot showing a man inside a vehicle illuminated by bright natural light. The man looks forward…U-Turn (1997) movie still: medium — An open outdoor field is illuminated by bright daylight with a blurred background. A middle-aged man in a tan…U-Turn (1997) movie still: establishing — A tall mesa with layered sandstone cliffs rises against a clear blue sky. A large saguaro cactus is…U-Turn (1997) movie still: medium — A man walks against a clear, vibrant blue sky in bright daylight. He carries a dark bag over his shoulder while…U-Turn (1997) movie still: medium — A hotel room features a large bed with patterned bedding and a fur bench. A woman sits on the bench while facing…U-Turn (1997) movie still: wide — A desolate paved road at night features two vehicles stopped side by side. One person stands while two others are…U-Turn (1997) movie still: wide — A metal footbridge stands against a deep red and purple sunset sky. A lone figure stands on the bridge while a…
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U-Turn — official trailer

What is U-Turn about?

When a desperate man’s car breaks down in a bizarre desert town while evading vengeful bookies, he becomes entangled in a dangerous love triangle. Caught between a married couple, he’s faced with deadly contracts to kill them both.

Where can you watch U-Turn?

US availability for U-Turn (1997). Data by JustWatch, listings on TMDB. Availability changes — check the provider for current listings.

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What does the cinematography of U-Turn look like?

Across 56 sampled frames, U-Turn builds its coverage from medium shots (38% of the sample), with close-ups (25%) carrying much of the rest. Cinematographer Robert Richardson keeps 63% of it in naturalistic light. Daylight carries most of the picture. Vintage glass shapes the frame. Focus stays shallow in 59% of the frames, isolating subjects from their surroundings.

What is the color palette of U-Turn?

The dominant colors across the sampled frames of U-Turn (1997) are #342f2b, #110f0e, #271a13, #d0ad90, #4d372b, #564638 — measured from the per-frame color data FrameThrower extracts for every film.

  • #342f2b
  • #110f0e
  • #271a13
  • #d0ad90
  • #4d372b
  • #564638

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