Street-fighting revenge unfolds in 1970s Los Angeles' gritty underworld.
BLACK FIST
The Big Bad Black Dude of the Streets... He'll bust you up, slam you down and blast you into pieces!
To make money, a Los Angeles street-fighter goes to work for gangsters.
Quick Answer
Black Fist is a 1977 American action, crime, and drama film directed by Timothy Galfas and Richard Kaye about a street tough named Leroy Fisk who enters the world of black market street fighting and seeks revenge against a crime syndicate.
Programmer's Pick
It might not win awards for subtlety or lighting, but Black Fist lands punches where it counts: scrappy street fights, bold revenge, and that unmistakable 1970s blaxploitation attitude. Come for the payphone brawls, stay for the pool hall grit.
— SassyFlix Programmer
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Why Cult
The film features raw, energetic street fighting sequences that capture the scrappy spirit of 1970s exploitation cinema.
A showcase of classic blaxploitation tropes, from bold revenge plots to tough urban settings and social commentary.
The central storyline revolves around Leroy Fisk's quest for payback against a ruthless crime syndicate.
Set against the backdrop of Los Angeles, the film immerses viewers in the sights, sounds, and style of the 20th-century urban grind.
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When was Black Fist released? +
Black Fist was released in 1977.
Who directed Black Fist? +
Black Fist was directed by Timothy Galfas and Richard Kaye.
How long is Black Fist? +
Black Fist has a runtime of 93 minutes.
What genre is Black Fist? +
Black Fist is an action, crime, and drama film.
