Chicago Cab is a 1997 American drama film directed by Mary Cybulski and John Tintori. It is based on the play Hellcab by Will Kern.
Synopsis
The film follows an unnamed taxi driver (played by Paul Dillon) over one day in
Chicago, shortly before Christmas. More than 30 passengers enter his taxi throughout the course of the film, providing brief looks into their personal lives.
Among the actors giving cameo appearances are
Gillian Anderson,
John Cusack,
Laurie Metcalf,
Julianne Moore, John C. Reilly,
Michael Shannon,
Michael Ironside, and
Reggie Hayes.
Release and reception
Chicago Cab had its premiere at the Chicago International Film Festival in October 1997, where it was nominated for a Golden Hugo Award. It was not released in movie theatres until September 18, 1998, when it played in two venues and earned $23,946.
The film received criticism for having unrealistic taxi passengers, since all of the characters have an exciting story.
Chicago Cab was released on DVD on April 7, 2009.
Cast
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