Avalanche (1978 film)
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| Directed by | Corey Allen |
| Written by | Corey Allen Claude Pola |
| Story by | Frances Doel |
| Produced by | Roger Corman |
| Starring | Rock Hudson Mia Farrow Robert Forster Jeanette Nolan Rick Moses |
| Cinematography | Pierre-William Glenn |
| Edited by | Larry Bock Skip Schoolnik |
| Music by | William Kraft |
| Distributed by | New World Pictures |
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Running time | 91 minutes |
| Country | United States |
| Language | English |
| Budget | $6.5 million |
| Box office | $87,000 / opening month |
Avalanche is a 1978 disaster film directed by Corey Allen, featuring Rock Hudson, Mia Farrow, Robert Forster, and Jeanette Nolan.
The plot revolves around David Shelby, who owns a ski resort in an avalanche-prone area. As the resort opens with a grand event, tensions arise between David and his ex-wife, Caroline, who is drawn to an environmental photographer named Nick. A tragic avalanche occurs during the festivities, causing significant destruction and loss of life. The film explores the rescue efforts and aftermath, depicting the impact on the characters' lives.
Avalanche was one of the most expensive films made by New World Pictures, and despite featuring notable stars, it was not a box office success.