Two-Lane Blacktop is a haunting, minimalist road movie that defined an era of American cinema. Directed by Monte Hellman, this 1971 cult classic follows two enigmatic street racers as they drive across the American Southwest in a souped-up '55 Chevy, engaging in a quiet yet intense showdown with a boastful driver in a GTO. With its existential themes, stripped-down dialogue, and stark visual aesthetic, Two-Lane Blacktop stands as one of the most unique films of the 1970s. Don’t miss your chance to see this rare screening in the Hamptons.

This screening will be preceded by the 15-minute short film Glory Days at Bridgehampton: The Thrilling History of Car Racing in the Hamptons, which is narrated by Richard Kind. Producer Peter Klebnikov, a former race driver, flagger, and Secretary of the Bridgehampton Racing Heritage Group, will introduce the evening.

Screening as part of...

FAST CARS FOREVER!

From the earliest days of moving pictures, cars have zoomed across the screen. To get in the mood for the upcoming release of F1: The Movie, the Playhouse is proud to present FAST CARS FOREVER!, a series of movies dedicated to the thrill of racecars and the daredevils behind the wheel. The series culminates with a special car meetup in our lot ahead on opening weekend for F1, the details of which are available now to IMAX members with more specifics to be released soon. Join us for more than 50 years’ worth of car movies that range from action to documentary and horror, which collectively will put you in exactly the right mindset for the IMAX spectacle around the corner.

Other films in the series:

Christine (1982)

Days of Thunder (1990)

Ferrari: Fury and the Monster (2025)