The movie “Dynamite Women” (original title: The Great Texas Dynamite Chase) released in 1976 is a mix of action and comedy. Directed by Michael Pressman, it starred Claudia Jennings, Tara Strohmeier, and Jocelyn Jones, who brought to life the edgy plot surrounding a bank-robbing spree. In this article, we’ll uncover interesting facts and where it was filmed.
Where it Filmed?
“Dynamite Women” was primarily filmed in two locations in California, USA. The first location was Santa Clarita Valley and the second was Moorpark. The filming of the movie happened in 1975, a year before its release.
Cast Details
| Cast Name | Role |
|---|---|
| Claudia Jennings | Candy Morgan |
| Tara Strohmeier | Pam Morgan |
| Jocelyn Jones | Ellie-Jo Turner |
| Miles Watkins | Boyfriend |
| Nancy Bleier | Carol |
| Buddy Kling | Mr. Sherman |
| Oliver Clark | Officer Andy |
| Tom Rosqui | Jason Morgan |
| Ed Steef | Todd |
| Danny Sullivan | Young Texan |
| Bart Braverman | Freddie |
| Peggy Brenner | Bank Teller |
| Jim Boles | Mr. Ralston |
| Priscilla Pointer | Miss Harris |
| Jock Livingston | Mr. Scott |
| Jay Hamburger | Man in Crowd #2 |
| Johnny Crawford | Slim |
| Eric Boles | Johnny the Bellboy |
| Stefan Gierasch | Hotel Clerk |
| Otto Felix | Hotel Policeman |
| Mario Gaimari | Hotel Policeman |
| Susan Burkhalter | Mrs. Smith |
| Colin Campbell | Manager |
| Tony Lorea | Mexican Farmer |
| Alice Friedland | Dancer |
| Austin Pendleton | Fancy Car Man (uncredited) |
| Fred Walton | Grocery Store Check-Out Person (uncredited) |
Trivia and Facts
- The movie “Dynamite Women” is also known by its original title “The Great Texas Dynamite Chase”.
- The director of the film is Michael Pressman.
- It stars Claudia Jennings, Tara Strohmeier, and Jocelyn Jones.
- The unique plot revolves around two attractive women on a daring bank robbing spree.
- The movie was filmed in 1975 and released in July 1976.
- This movie marks the only career nude scenes for actress Jocelyn Jones.
- A filming error noticeable in the movie is the visible shadows of crew members on the ground during the failed robbery chase scene.
- The film was featured in “Criminal Lives”(2019).
Geo Location Details
- Location Name: Santa Clarita Valley, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.3916641
- Longitude: -118.542586
- Place ID: ChIJJxjVrDOGwoARSNYFc-CPSlY
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Santa Clarita, CA, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
- Location Name: Moorpark, California, USA
- Latitude: 34.285558
- Longitude: -118.8820414
- Place ID: ChIJ7X5H3AQy6IARI7lFDpnB_7A
- Map Link: Google Map
- Place Address: Moorpark, CA 93021, USA
- Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
