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Escapes (2017)

Movie ★ 5.8 89 min

Documentary

Escapes blazes a path through mid-20th-century Hollywood via the experiences of Hampton Fancher – flamenco dancer, actor, and the unlikely producer and screenwriter of the landmark sci-fi classic Blade Runner. Fancher recounts episodes from his life — romantic misadventures with silver-screen stars, wayward acts of chivalry, jealousy, and friendship — matched with a parallel world of film and TV footage wherein Fancher plays cowboys, killers, fops, cads, and the occasional hero. Escapes shows how one man’s personal journey can unexpectedly shape a medium’s future.

Michael Almereyda Writer Michael Almereyda Director

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Quick facts

Released
July 26, 2017
Runtime
89 min
Rating
NR
Budget
$17,778
IMDb
tt6815320
Language
Studio
Survival Media

Themes

Cast

Hampton Fancher Hampton Fancher Self

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Frequently asked questions

What is Escapes about?
Escapes blazes a path through mid-20th-century Hollywood via the experiences of Hampton Fancher – flamenco dancer, actor, and the unlikely producer and screenwriter of the landmark sci-fi classic Blade Runner. Fancher recounts episodes from his life — romantic misadventures with silver-screen stars, wayward acts of chivalry, jealousy, and friendship — matched with a parallel world of film and TV footage wherein Fancher plays cowboys, killers, fops, cads, and the occasional hero. Escapes shows how one man’s personal journey can unexpectedly shape a medium’s future.
Who directed Escapes?
Escapes was directed by Michael Almereyda.
Who stars in Escapes?
Escapes stars Hampton Fancher.
When was Escapes released?
Escapes is a 2017 documentary film.
Where can I watch Escapes?
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