Chino 'Fats' Williams, born in 1933, made a significant impact on cult cinema with his roles in The Dion Brothers (1974) and Action Jackson (1988). In The Dion Brothers, he brings a gritty authenticity to the crime drama, while in Action Jackson, he showcases his versatility in the action genre. Williams' performances reflect the era's blend of exploitation and mainstream appeal, solidifying his status as a memorable figure in the world of cult films.
Action Jackson
Due to the use of excessive force in arresting a sexual predator, Detective Lt. Jericho "Action" Jackson is demoted to police sergeant. What's worse, the father of the man he roughed up, Detroit industrialist Peter Dellaplane, declares war on Jackson, framing him for the murder of his own wife, Patrice. But Jericho manages to elude arrest and, with the help of a drug-addicted singer named Sydney, goes after Dellaplane.