USA,
1974, 165 min
(Alternative: 159 min)
Directed by:
John GuillerminScreenplay:
Stirling SilliphantCinematography:
Fred J. KoenekampComposer:
John WilliamsCast:
Steve McQueen, Paul Newman, William Holden, Faye Dunaway, Fred Astaire, Susan Blakely, Richard Chamberlain, Jennifer Jones, O.J. Simpson, Robert Vaughn (more)VOD (3)
Plots(1)
One hundred and thirty stories of glass and steel pierce the landscape, a monument to architectural know-how and the power of money. But the builders have taken some cash-saving shortcuts, and it takes just one spark from an electric current to set off a disaster. During a celebratory party full of wealthy movers and shakers, the tower bursts into flames, and chaos erupts as the raging force of nature envelopes the structure. A courageous fire captain on the outside and the desperate architect trapped inside struggle to save the guests from the fire created by their greedy manipulations. (official distributor synopsis)
(more)Awards
- Winner
- Nominations
Academy Awards
- 1975 - Fred J. Koenekamp, Joseph F. Biroc (Best Achievement in Cinematography)
- 1975 - Best Achievement in Film Editing
- 1975 - Al Kasha, Joel Hirschhorn (Best Achievement in Music Written for Motion Pictures (Original Song))
- 1975 - Best Motion Picture of the Year
- 1975 - Fred Astaire (Best Performance by an Actor in a Supporting Role)
- 1975 - John Williams (Best Original Dramatic Score)
- 1975 - Best Achievement in Production Design
- 1975 - Best Sound Mixing
British Academy of Film and Television Arts (BAFTA)
- 1976 - Fred Astaire (Best Supporting Actor)
- 1976 - John Williams (Best Music)
- 1976 - Fred J. Koenekamp (Best Cinematography)
- 1976 - Best Production Design
Golden Globes
- 1975 - Fred Astaire (Best Supporting Actor – Motion Picture)
- 1975 - Stirling Silliphant (Best Screenplay)
- 1975 - Jennifer Jones (Best Supporting Actress – Motion Picture)
- 1975 - Al Kasha, Joel Hirschhorn (Best Original Song)