Beau Bridges, Bill Cobbs, Cleavon Little
Michael Schultz directs this charming bio-drama about America’s first black stock car racing champion. Richard Pryor plays Wendell Scott, a wide-eyed young man who has always loved the thrill of speed...( read more
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November 29, 2008This was a different type of role for Richard Pryor and he did fine with the task. Unfortunately Pam Grier was given very little to do here. The script was nothing special and that made for an average movie.
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May 2, 2007Expecting another Pryor laughfest? This is a straight on drama. Look out for Julian Bond in a small part.
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February 19, 2007Richard Pryor's best screen work. If only america had recognized his talent earlier.
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December 8, 2006A very inspiring story and Richard Pryor plays this role very straight and forthright....
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