Quick Answer
Pick-up is a 1975 American drama and fantasy film directed by Bernard Hirschenson about two young women who, after accepting a ride from a freewheeling hippie, become lost in the Florida Everglades and experience a spiritual journey.
Programmer's Pick
Equal parts steamy and surreal, Pick-up cranks the Florida heat up past the thermometer. Between its hippie road-trip setup and mystical detours, this cult psychotronic gem delivers more than just skin—expect a full-on trip through the Everglades, both literal and metaphorical.
— SassyFlix Programmer
Overview
Why This Matters
Though marketed as an exploitation film, this 1975 release drew praise from some critics for its deeper artistic qualities, suggesting a complexity that sets it apart from typical entries in the genre.
Cast & Crew
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Get lost with Carol, Maureen, and Chuck as their journey veers from carefree hitchhiking to a hallucinatory adventure in the Everglades.
Pick-up dives headfirst into the era’s liberated attitudes, serving up nudity, erotic encounters, and a sexually charged atmosphere.
Step into the world of 1970s counterculture with its groovy mobile bus, free-spirited characters, and rebellious energy.
Beyond its erotic aura, Pick-up ventures into mystical and surreal territory, blurring the line between reality and spiritual awakening.
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Questions from the Vault
When was Pick-up released? +
Pick-up was released in 1975.
Who directed Pick-up? +
Pick-up was directed by Bernard Hirschenson.
How long is Pick-up? +
Pick-up has a runtime of 85 minutes.
What genre is Pick-up? +
Pick-up is a drama and fantasy film.
Where can I watch Pick-up? +
Pick-up is available to stream on SassyFlix.
