Midnight Express
1978
Billy Hayes is caught attempting to smuggle drugs out of a country. The courts decide to make an example of him, sentencing him to more than 30 years in prison. Hayes has two opportunities for release: the appeals made by his lawyer, his family, and the American government, or the "Midnight Express".
Director:
Alan Parker
Writers:
Oliver Stone, Billy Hayes, William Hoffer
Awards:
Won 2 Oscars. 17 wins & 14 nominations total
Production:
Alan Parker
Country:
United Kingdom, United States
