Fun develops after a feud between a railroad president and a promoter, and takes the form of a race between the pathetic train and an auto bus sponsored by the promoter. There is dirty work at the cross-roads but the villain gets his.
The narrative of 'The Cannon Ball Express' unfurls with the tension and drama of a skilled storyteller, weaving a tale that is as gripping as it is intricate. At the heart of the story is a feud between a railroad president, a figure who epitomizes power and control, and a promoter, a man who thrives on creating specta...
still_frame
Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.
Del Lord
Eduardo Notari
Community
Log in to comment.
"The narrative of 'The Cannon Ball Express' unfurls with the tension and drama of a skilled storyteller, weaving a tale that is as gripping as it is intricate. At the heart of the story is a feud between a railroad president, a figure who epitomizes power and control, and a promoter, a man who thrives on creating spectacle and excitement. This animosity simmers until it erupts into a daring challenge: a race between a shabby, decrepit train and a sleek, modern auto bus sponsored by the promoter. ..."
Felix Adler, John A. Waldron
United States
Deep dive into the cult classic
Discover similar cinematic experiences
A Directorial Spotlight on Del Lord
