Born to Win (1971) Born to Win

Born to Win ★★½ Addict 1971 (R) A New York hairdresser with an expensive drug habit struggles through life in this well-made comedy drama. Excellent acting from fine cast, and interestingly photographed. Not well received when first released, but worth a look. 90m/C VHS, DVD. George Segal, Karen Black, Paula Prentiss, Hector Elizondo, Robert De Niro, Jay Fletcher; Director: Ivan Passer; Writer: Ivan Passer, David Scott Milton; Writer: Jack Priestley; Cameo: William S. Fisher.

At-a-glance
Year Released 1971
Rating R
Length (in minutes) 90
Display Color
Formats VHS, DVD
National Film Registry
Credits
Role Name
Actor Robert De Niro
Actor Karen Black
Actor George Segal
Actor Hector Elizondo
Actor Paula Prentiss
Actor Jay Fletcher
Cameo William S. Fisher
Cinematographer Jack Priestley
Director Ivan Passer
Writer Ivan Passer
Writer David Scott Milton