Born in 1920, Lou Frizzell carved a niche in cult cinema with his performances in films like Halls of Anger (1970) and Summer of '42 (1971). His role as a supporting actor in Hickey & Boggs (1972) highlights his ability to navigate the gritty narratives of the era. Frizzell's work in Devil Dog: The Hound of Hell (1978) and Steel Cowboy (1978) further cements his status in the exploitation genre, where he brought depth to characters often overshadowed by the sensationalism of the plots.
Hickey & Boggs
Our two protagonists do not live well. Hickey (Bill Cosby) evidently owns two suits, his marriage is a train wreck and ,for reasons never made clear, he is no longer with the L.A.P.D.. Boggs (Robert Culp) is only seen in the same blue suit and he drinks too much. There is also a hint that Boggs might be gay and pays street hustlers for their services.
