Nightmares on Wheels: Taxi Driver's Dark Journey

Taxi Driver

Taxi Driver is a remarkable 1976 American neo-noir psychological thriller film directed by Martin Scorsese. Starring Robert De Niro in the lead role, the film explores the gritty and disturbing underbelly of New York City in the mid-1970s. It tells the story of Travis Bickle, a mentally unstable Vietnam War veteran who works as a night-time taxi driver. Travis is haunted by his experiences in the war and becomes increasingly disillusioned with the perceived decadence and sleaze that surrounds him in the city.

The film masterfully delves into Travis' deteriorating mental state, presenting a character torn between his desire for connection and his repulsion towards the society he observes from his taxi. As he navigates the dark and dangerous streets of New York, Travis becomes consumed by his feelings of alienation and his growing urge for violent action. The film's gritty visuals, intense performances, and Martin Scorsese's masterful direction make Taxi Driver a true cinematic tour de force that continues to captivate audiences to this day.

Attribute	Value
MOVIE	Taxi Driver
Synopsis	A mentally unstable Vietnam War veteran works as a night-time taxi driver in New York City where the perceived decadence and sleaze feed his urge for violent action.
Year	1976
Rating	R
Duration (minutes)	114
Genres	drama, crime
Production Countries	US
IMDb Rating	8.2