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Another Private Eye Adventure
This 1971 film opens with traffic in wintry Manhattan. Detective John Shaft crosses the street and dodges cars. [Note how the prices mentioned are far out of date since Nixon's 1971 devaluation of the dollar!] Two "friends" are looking for Shaft, but they do not get what they want. One quickly leaves out of a window. Now the police interview Shaft to find out what happened. Shaft telephones "Bumpy" to arrange a meeting. Bumpy's daughter has been kidnapped, and he wants Shaft to get her back. Shaft searches for his friend Ben; the landlord (Gordon Parks) doesn't know. Shaft finds his old friend and asks about Marcy (Bumpy's daughter); Ben doesn't know. Shots ring out, and dying man falls into the room. The group scatters, but most are mowed down in an ambush. Shaft suspects a conspiracy theory is operating. Lt. Vic Andozzi tells Shaft what Bumpy tried to do. "Money always matters" says Bumpy as he makes a deal with Shaft.
Showcase performance for Rich Roundtree! Moses Gunn equally good as villian
Great early 1970's Det. movie starring Rich
"The Man"
Handsome, strong, intelligent and able to get the job done. Shaft was the man and he was black. What a good combination and one that was long overdue.
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That's my FATHER!!!
Funny enough I had never seen this movie until I turned 21 years old.I had heard my mom talk about my father acting in a couple of movies, but I hadn't seen any of them until this one.This was one of the funniest, worst movies I have ever seen.It was rediculous but hilarious.I couldn't help but laugh throughout the movie.My dad Marvin Jones plays Scarface Willie in the movie, and it was funny to watch him act.Cliff Roquemore was my father's best friend and it was nice to see his children throughout the movie.I give this movie 5 stars for it being funny and chock full of my family!

Great Old-Fashioned Comedy!
While sitting on the couch trying to recover from an extremely painful tooth extraction, I looked around for a diversion.My eyes lighted on this video, which I had purchased previously but not yet viewed.I was not disappointed; this turned out to be one of the funniest movies I have seen in years!Every character and situation was taken to the extreme, the plot was ludicrous but oh so funny, and Petey's poetic jokes were hilarious.It looked like everyone was enjoying playing his/her role to the hilt.Petey's attempt to beat Lucifer at his own game was bound to fail, as we all knew it would, but it was sure fun watching him try to get out of marrying the ugliest woman ever seen.A few splashes of wisdom are thrown in for good measure.Leroy and Skillet were a comedy team who should have gone straight to the top of the comedic ladder of fame; they were funny enough to build a TV series around their shenanigans.It looked like everyone was having a great time making this film. I laughed from beginning to end and it sure helped take my mind off my throbbing jaw.This movie is offensive only if you are the type of person who takes life way too seriously and cannot laugh at his/her own human foibles.Though raunchy at times, it is a relief to view a comedy that doesn't rely on a continuous stream of sexual jokes to succeed, but creates a nice balance which results in a comedy all adults can enjoy.It has certainly gained a place among my top 10 most favorite comedy films.If you are willing to suspend any semblance of reality and just want to have a good time, get this movie.It is just the thing to brighten your day. Thank you, Mr. Wheatstraw and company, for reminding us that life does have its lighter moments.

Ghetto Surrealism
This film is THE most deranged, horrific, nasty, disturbing, idiotic mess I have EVER seen pass itself off as a comedy. It's awesome. Read more

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* * * * * for the film, cut is butchered...
First, I have to point out like one of the other reviewers, the company that released it has BUTCHERED the cut, scenes are put together out of order, stuff missing, etc.Its almost to the point of ruining the film... Unfortunately, the video edition is so hard to find you might have to settle for it anyway... and still the scenes are great, but the cut will make the film feel far choppier than it actually was - - Ashame because I actually like this one more than Dolemite.The opening credits alone with the ULTRA FUNKY MUSIC and the cheap opening credits is hillarious...especially when we find out that Dolemite was so funky that he created his own form of Kung Fu that incorporated funky disco movies - - and when he wasn't practising Kung Fu he had some funky moves (and ladies) elsewhere. In fact, while arguably many of the ladies on his album covers could look pretty nasty at times, the chicks in this film are built for speed - - and well exhibited.Take the legendary "interrogation" scene with Mrs. Cavalette (when Dolemite ummmmmmmmm... questions her so hard, the hotel room starts collapsing from the ceiling...
So Bad, It's Good.
If you're in need of some good laughs and are willing to overlook poor dialogue, an even worse plot and shoddy camera work, this is your movie.
The Kung-Fu is worth the purchase price alone!!!
Don't believe the fools who doubt Rudy Ray Moore!!! How can people look at the Dolemite movies seriously? The opening credits are printed on his GIANT JAMES-BROWN-STYLE CAPE!! You'll never enjoy the sensory overload and outright absurdity of these movies if you try to THINK about them. Just have a six-pack and a few smart-mouthed friends around when you watch it. Read more

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Funny!
No, this film isn't meant to be funny.But it is anyway!Rudy Ray Moore is "The Avenging Disco Godfather", a heroic...D.J.?Very odd, and quite weird as well.The story centers around drugs (go figure), and the young people who get high have weird visions about...basketball (see, I told you it was weird).
Laughed so hard, made my side hurt.............
Man,lemme tell you. This movie is funny WITHOUT a beer. If you're expecting a high quality Soul Cinema picture, with somewhat decent resolution level & clarity ( i.e. Willie Dynamite, Shaft, etc ) this ain't it. The lighting in this movie is terrible ! LOL !!! The dialogue is muffled, the editing sucks and the acting is incredibly hilarious ( though it wasn't meant to be ). Like some of the other reviews attested, this mug is funny.
Rudy Ray Moore Is The Greatest Man That Ever Lived
I highly recommend all Rudy Ray Moore movies, especially "Petey Wheatstraw, The Devils Son In Law." His movies are some of the absolute greatest things ever made. ... Read more

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When a pal of detective John Shaft is murdered in a bombing (and $250,000 in cash turns up missing), New York's coolest private eye finds himself caught in the middle of a power struggle between black and white gangsters over the numbers racket in Queens. Directed by Gordon Parks (who does a brief cameo as a croupier in an illegal casino) and written by Ernest Tidyman (both of whom did the original Read more

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Can You Dig It?
Shaft's Big Score is a decent sequel, but the pacing is a bit slow at times. You can't beat The Theme From Shaft, but Big Score has got some tight music in it, keepin' it funky for the Private Dick whose a brotha man. Bumpy and Willie, my two favorite characters are back, and Bumpy is still tolerating Shaft while Bumpy maintains his hilarious disrepecting of him. About midway through is one of coolest scenes ever-Shaft is getting worked over backstage at a nightclub by Mob goons while the shots cut back and forth between busted jaws and writhing exotic dancers. The whole scene is scored with a heavily funky tune about the fuzz comin' 'round and what you gonna do when the mace comes down. Obviously, then you gotta just disrespect the Man and check this movie out.

Good Film!!!
Can you dig it!Gotta love the action in this one.Better than the first one!!!

Hot!
Of all of the movies that I own, I keep coming back to the Shaft movies.I wish that they could have made more of them.Don't listen to others, this one is just as good as the first one!
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A Blessing for Rudy Ray Fans
Personally, I don't think there's anything quite as compelling as a good documentary, and this is a really good documentary.I've been a Dolemite fan for ages, but I knew nothing about Rudy Ray's career before the '70s, like when he first introduced the Dolemite character, or that fifty years ago he was known as R&B singer Prince Dumar. Rudy!You got my money!
Don't let him get yours.Keep your money.This was awful!

a must have
Rudy Ray Moore is a Genius.this video tape is a must who respect true Legends.he is the only Rapping Comedian that i've ever heard.he is very Underrated&deserves more attention.he is a true Underground Legend.asfunny as anybody that i've ever heard.his films are great. ... Read more

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GOOD MOVIE
This was an entertaining movie, which is more than I can say for some other movies that get rave reviews.I guess everyone sees things differently, therefore, form different opinions.Compared to Shaft of the past, this one doesn't stack up, but I don't think the intent was to compare.
good movie
This movie has a lot of meaning behind it. The actors put on a really good show. Movie is lacking special effects but that does not hurt the quality in any way. Story keeps on unfolding in unexpected ways.
Could have been so much better!
I have to say that I am not familiar with any of the old Shaft episodes, or had had any other contact with the character apart from this movie so I cannot make any comparisons to other sources, nor can I take part in discussing the technicalities and the specifics like other reviewers have.Therefore, coming from someone that did not "know" of Shaft prior to the film I have to say... that I was rather disappointed!
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When a pal of detective John Shaft is murdered in a bombing (and $250,000 in cash turns up missing), New York's coolest private eye finds himself caught in the middle of a power struggle between black and white gangsters over the numbers racket in Queens. Directed by Gordon Parks (who does a brief cameo as a croupier in an illegal casino) and written by Ernest Tidyman (both of whom did the original Read more

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Can You Dig It?
Shaft's Big Score is a decent sequel, but the pacing is a bit slow at times. You can't beat The Theme From Shaft, but Big Score has got some tight music in it, keepin' it funky for the Private Dick whose a brotha man. Bumpy and Willie, my two favorite characters are back, and Bumpy is still tolerating Shaft while Bumpy maintains his hilarious disrepecting of him. About midway through is one of coolest scenes ever-Shaft is getting worked over backstage at a nightclub by Mob goons while the shots cut back and forth between busted jaws and writhing exotic dancers. The whole scene is scored with a heavily funky tune about the fuzz comin' 'round and what you gonna do when the mace comes down. Obviously, then you gotta just disrespect the Man and check this movie out.

Good Film!!!
Can you dig it!Gotta love the action in this one.Better than the first one!!!

Hot!
Of all of the movies that I own, I keep coming back to the Shaft movies.I wish that they could have made more of them.Don't listen to others, this one is just as good as the first one!
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Total cheese!!!
Who wrote this script?What a terrible way to end the Shaft dynasty. Total cheese!!!
Who wrote this script?What a terrible way to end the Shaft dynasty. Diamond Shaft
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It was funny, well 5 years ago
Speaking generally the video was funny but @ the best of times comdey is timely and despite the copyright showing a 1999 date the actual content is from 1996!!!!!!!!!!!!!!This annoyed me!!!!!!Apart from that it is kinda funny there are a few big names like.... Who is it Tucker or Rock- I have not seen the tape
I have a question, Why does the title say ChrisRock ANd Bernie and your advertising this as chris tucker?Is Chris Tucker on this tape or not.. I would like to order the tape but I don't like chris Rock please let me know what is accurate or not

This CHIT is DA Bomb
Dis be the Bomb. Had me clowning for weeks. Well worth the Ends my brothers. Nothing like drinking a 40oz. and wathching Def Jam with my brothers on a work night. Peace Out ... Read more

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A Blessing for Rudy Ray Fans
Personally, I don't think there's anything quite as compelling as a good documentary, and this is a really good documentary.I've been a Dolemite fan for ages, but I knew nothing about Rudy Ray's career before the '70s, like when he first introduced the Dolemite character, or that fifty years ago he was known as R&B singer Prince Dumar. Rudy!You got my money!
Don't let him get yours.Keep your money.This was awful!

a must have
Rudy Ray Moore is a Genius.this video tape is a must who respect true Legends.he is the only Rapping Comedian that i've ever heard.he is very Underrated&deserves more attention.he is a true Underground Legend.asfunny as anybody that i've ever heard.his films are great. ... Read more

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Cinematic Masterpiece
Eschewing conventional acting methodology, Rudy Ray Moore inhabits Dolemite with an unparalleled ferocity.His signature line, "I'm Dolemite, Mutha(expletive)" is delivered time and time again in a drunken slur: a brutal, but anguished, plea for sanity.To the untrained eye, it might seem like Dolemite's karate kicks are not even connecting with his foes, but this is a metaphor for the never ending conundrum of the pimp/poet/warrior.Watch for the symbolism inherent in the furry hat and pay close attention to the pants that come up to his armpits as both are integral to understanding the magnificence that is Dolemite.
Only two reasons:
This movie is worth buying just for these two reasons:
Cinematic Masterpiece!!
I recently had the pleasure of watching a film starring the Hunkiest specimen of Man-meat ever to grace the silver screen. It was Rudy Ray Moore in Dolemite. Let me start off by saying this is quite possibly the finest film ever made. Dolemite himself is a man so baaad that he doesn't even feel the need to be in good shape to impress us, he let's his martial arts do the talkin'. If Jackie Chan, Jet Li, and Tony Jaa were all combined into one glorious person they would still aspire to be Dolemite. To the untrained eye it would appear that Dolemite is not actually hitting people in the fight scenes. In reality he is just so fast that he can snap his hands and feet there and back so quickly that it gives the viewer the illusion that his foot is six inches away from the targets head.
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Cinematic Masterpiece
Eschewing conventional acting methodology, Rudy Ray Moore inhabits Dolemite with an unparalleled ferocity.His signature line, "I'm Dolemite, Mutha(expletive)" is delivered time and time again in a drunken slur: a brutal, but anguished, plea for sanity.To the untrained eye, it might seem like Dolemite's karate kicks are not even connecting with his foes, but this is a metaphor for the never ending conundrum of the pimp/poet/warrior.Watch for the symbolism inherent in the furry hat and pay close attention to the pants that come up to his armpits as both are integral to understanding the magnificence that is Dolemite.
Only two reasons:
This movie is worth buying just for these two reasons:
Cinematic Masterpiece!!
I recently had the pleasure of watching a film starring the Hunkiest specimen of Man-meat ever to grace the silver screen. It was Rudy Ray Moore in Dolemite. Let me start off by saying this is quite possibly the finest film ever made. Dolemite himself is a man so baaad that he doesn't even feel the need to be in good shape to impress us, he let's his martial arts do the talkin'. If Jackie Chan, Jet Li, and Tony Jaa were all combined into one glorious person they would still aspire to be Dolemite. To the untrained eye it would appear that Dolemite is not actually hitting people in the fight scenes. In reality he is just so fast that he can snap his hands and feet there and back so quickly that it gives the viewer the illusion that his foot is six inches away from the targets head.
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Do I look Like a F***in Lady our WHAT!
This video had me ROLLIN!!! Hosted by Martin Lawrence: AdeleGivens (Do I look like a ...... Lady OUR WHAT!! She's Crazy! Some of the stuff that comes out of this Lady's mouth had me on the floor! She talks about how You don't need a man! All you need is your Gynocologist! Then D.L Hughley was too funny! This Video is 55min of non stop laughter! hosted by Martin Lawrence.

:)so funny your stomach will ache:)
Hosted by Martin Lawrence, This tape woll make you laugh, and laugh, and laugh. You can watch it over and over again and still laugh every time.:) ... Read more

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