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Description: | Priest is a prince of the streets, a charismatic businessman who wants out of cocaine-dealing. But a mysterious kingpin doesn't want Priest to change his ways. And that triggers murder, revenge and double-crosses that push Priest into a corner - and heat the neighborhood to flash point. Super Fly is one of the more enduring streetwise films of it's era, due to the dynamic central performance of Ron O'Neal (Red Dawn, Original Gangstas), the sizzling score by Curtis Mayfield and the gritty direction of the late Gordon Parks, Jr. (Three the Hard Way, Aaron Loves Angela). Super Fly is super entertainment with an indelible message. It's life on the edge, put together by talents who know just how sharp it can get."Super Fly" (1972) on Blu-Ray from WARNER ARCHIVES is a landmark in American cinema, renowned for its gritty portrayal of urban life and the rise of Blaxploitation films. The film follows Youngblood Priest, a suave cocaine dealer striving to make one last big score before leaving the criminal world behind. Directed by Gordon Parks Jr., "Super Fly" became iconic not only for its compelling narrative but also for Curtis Mayfield's legendary soundtrack, which remains influential today. WARNER ARCHIVES is celebrated for restoring and preserving classic films, making cinematic treasures accessible to new generations with high-quality releases. Ron O?Neal stars as Priest; his performance defined his career and left an indelible mark on 70s cinema. Sheila Frazier delivers a memorable role as Georgia, while Julius Harris brings gravitas as Scatter. Director Gordon Parks Jr., son of acclaimed photographer and director Gordon Parks Sr., made significant contributions to African-American representation in Hollywood with this film. Curtis Mayfield?s music?especially tracks like ?Pusherman? and ?Freddie?s Dead??elevated the movie into pop culture history. |
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Ron O'Neal, Carl Lee, Sheila Frazier, Julius Harris, Charles McGregor, Nate Adams, Polly Niles, Yvonne Delaine, Henry Shapiro, K.C., James G. Richardson, Make Bray, Al Kiggins, Bob Bonds, Fred Ottaviano |
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Gordon Parks Jr. |
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WARA1000714461BR |
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