Crash (1996) is a Canadian drama thriller written and directed by David Cronenberg, based on J. G. Ballard’s 1973 novel. The story follows film producer James Ballard after a serious automobile accident changes his outlook and brings him into contact with a group fascinated by car crashes.
The film stars James Spader, Holly Hunter, Elias Koteas, Deborah Kara Unger and Rosanna Arquette. Crash premiered at the 1996 Cannes Film Festival, where it received the Special Jury Prize. The film has a runtime of approximately 100 minutes.
