Steve James, born in 1952, became a notable figure in the realm of cult action films, with a career that showcased his martial arts skills and charismatic presence. He appeared in The Exterminator (1980) as a pivotal character, contributing to the film's gritty narrative of revenge and justice. His role in Vigilante (1982) further solidified his status in the genre, where he embodied the fight against urban crime. James's work in The Delta Force (1986) and He Knows You're Alone (1980) highlights his versatility within the exploitation and action film landscape.
The Brother from Another Planet
A mute, three-toed extraterrestrial who crash-lands near Ellis Island while escaping slavery on his home planet. Because he looks like a Black human male, he is able to blend in when he finds refuge on the streets of Harlem. He uses his psychic and technological healing abilities—fixing complex machinery simply by touching it—to earn a living and bond with the local community. However, his peaceful assimilation is threatened when two white alien bounty hunters land on Earth to capture him and bring him back.
