Breakout(1975) -

While often overshadowed by the blockbusters of its era, Breakout (1975) is a fascinating piece of cinema history both for its behind-the-scenes trivia and its revolutionary impact on how movies are released today.

Charles Bronson, then at the height of his Death Wish fame, used his star power to make several unusual demands during production: Breakout(1975)

The most "interesting" historical fact about Breakout is its role in changing Hollywood distribution. While Jaws is usually credited with inventing the summer blockbuster "saturation release," Breakout actually pioneered the strategy just one month earlier. While often overshadowed by the blockbusters of its

: Bronson insisted on removing a love scene with Sheree North, feeling it distracted from the main plot. He also played his character, pilot Nick Colton, with a rare sense of humor and charm , deviating from his typical stoic persona. : Bronson insisted on removing a love scene