A black actor tangles with the Mafia to bring his all-black film to life in 1970s New York.
THE BARON
HOLLYWOOD FANTASY, DRUG MONEY AND MOB MURDER...THE BARON'S GOT HIS HANDS FULL!
A black actor tries to make his own movie with an all-black cast, but to make it he's forced to borrow money from the Mafia. Complications ensue.
The Baron is a 1977 American action drama directed by Phillip Fenty about a black actor who borrows money from the Mafia to finance his own movie production, leading to complications.
Synopsis
Why Cult
The film centers on a black actor's quest to create an all-black movie, echoing the era's push for representation.
Borrowing from the mob isn't exactly a safe bet—watch as creative dreams collide with criminal realities.
Calvin Lockhart brings determination and charisma to the role of Jason, anchoring the film's gritty narrative.
With Charles McGregor, Marlene Clark, and Joan Blondell on board, the ensemble packs a punch of 70s cult cinema energy.
Themes & Keywords
Questions from the Vault
What is The Baron about? +
The Baron follows a black actor who borrows money from the Mafia to finance his own movie, leading to a web of complications.
When was The Baron released? +
The Baron was released in 1977.
Who directed The Baron? +
The Baron was directed by Phillip Fenty.
How long is The Baron? +
The Baron has a runtime of 89 minutes.
What genre is The Baron? +
The Baron is an action drama film.
Where can I watch The Baron? +
The Baron is available to stream on SassyFlix.
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