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Deliverance is a 1972 American survival thriller directed by John Boorman and adapted from James Dickey's 1970 novel. It follows four Atlanta men whose canoe trip through the Georgia wilderness becomes violent and desperate, with Jon Voight, Burt Reynolds, Ned Beatty, and Ronny Cox in the principal roles. The film is noted for its river photography, tense treatment of wilderness survival, and prominent banjo-and-guitar sequence.
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Who stars in the 1972 movie Deliverance?
The film features a main cast of Jon Voight, Burt Reynolds, Ned Beatty, and Ronny Cox. They play four Atlanta businessmen whose canoe trip through the Georgia wilderness turns desperate.
What river was Deliverance filmed on?
The movie was primarily filmed on the Chattooga River, which forms the border between Georgia and South Carolina. The river was chosen to represent the fictional Cahulawassee River featured in the story.
What is the famous dueling banjos scene in Deliverance?
One of the most iconic moments in the film occurs early in the trip when one of the city men plays guitar alongside a local, banjo-playing boy. The upbeat 'Dueling Banjos' sequence sharply contrasts with the terrifying events that follow in the wilderness.
Is Deliverance based on a book?
Yes, the 1972 survival thriller was directed by John Boorman and adapted from the 1970 novel of the same name. The book was written by James Dickey, who also had a cameo in the film as a local sheriff.
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