Born in 1951, Jayne Kennedy is an American actress known for her dynamic roles in cult cinema. She made her mark in the 1970s with her performances in Group Marriage (1973) and Let's Do It Again (1975), where her charisma shines through. Kennedy further solidified her presence in the genre with standout roles in The Muthers (1976) and Death Force (1978). With a unique blend of talent and charm, she continues to be a notable figure in the landscape of exploitation and grindhouse films.
Body and Soul
Based on the 1947 classic of the same name, this "entertaining" (The New York Times) rags-to-riches tale about a vivacious young fighter from Chicago pulls no punches in its portrayal of boxings dark side. Featuring the always-animated Muhammad Ali as himself, Body and Soul is "a rousing good time" (LA Herald-Examiner)! Golden Gloves champ Leon (Leon Isaac Kennedy) has no interest in becoming a pro boxer; instead, he wants to be a doctor. But when his little sister requires immediate and expensive medical treatments, he decides to go for the title and all the money it will bring. On his way to the top, however, Leon succumbs to the temptations that come with success: money, flesh, ego. As a result, he begins to lose everyone and everything he used to care about. Can Leon pull his life back together, or is he too far gone to be redeemed?
