I recently watched Detroit 9000 (1973) on Tubi. The storyline unfolds in Detroit during a period of civil unrest between African Americans and white police officers. When a Black fundraiser is robbed by white criminals, the threat of riots and the city tearing apart looms. In response, the police department assigns their best white and black officers to work together and bring the culprits to justice.
Directed by Arthur Marks (Friday Foster), the movie stars Alex Rocco (The Godfather), Hari Rhodes (Conquest of the Planet of the Apes), Vonetta McGee (Repo Man), Herbert Jefferson Jr. (Knight Rider) and Scatman Crothers (The Shining).
This movie is a blast in every aspect. The jive, attire, background music, and cars perfectly capture the movie's vibe. The ladies are stunning, and the portrayal of police collaboration with the underground to uncover clues adds a fun element. The action scenes, particularly the shootouts, are impressive. The cemetery final shootout and the resolution are highlights. Surprisingly, even the acting holds up well, a rarity in this genre.
In conclusion, Detroit 9000 is a solid addition to the blaxploitation genre that I would rate a 7/10 and strongly recommend.
Directed by Arthur Marks (Friday Foster), the movie stars Alex Rocco (The Godfather), Hari Rhodes (Conquest of the Planet of the Apes), Vonetta McGee (Repo Man), Herbert Jefferson Jr. (Knight Rider) and Scatman Crothers (The Shining).
This movie is a blast in every aspect. The jive, attire, background music, and cars perfectly capture the movie's vibe. The ladies are stunning, and the portrayal of police collaboration with the underground to uncover clues adds a fun element. The action scenes, particularly the shootouts, are impressive. The cemetery final shootout and the resolution are highlights. Surprisingly, even the acting holds up well, a rarity in this genre.
In conclusion, Detroit 9000 is a solid addition to the blaxploitation genre that I would rate a 7/10 and strongly recommend.