Roger E. Mosley, born in 1938, made his mark in the gritty world of 1970s cinema with roles in films like The Mack (1973) and Hickey & Boggs (1972). His portrayal of complex characters in exploitation films, including a standout performance in Sweet Jesus, Preacherman (1973), showcases his ability to navigate the nuances of urban narratives. Mosley's contributions to cult cinema extend beyond acting, as he helped define the genre's landscape during a transformative era for Black representation in film.
Sweet Jesus, Preacherman
Holmes is a hitman who has nailed one victim after another. Having iced a large number of them, he is sent by his boss Martelli to infiltrate a section of the black quarter of the inner city. To do this, he becomes Reverend Lee, a Baptist preacher who comes to the local church to preach. Finding that other thugs are there, he decides to take the entire section for himself.
