Truck Turner
Director: Jonathan Kaplan
Actors: Isaac Hayes, Yaphet Kotto, Alan Weeks
PlotMac "Truck" Turner is a former professional football player turned bounty hunter in Los Angeles. Known for his tough demeanor and relentless pursuit of criminals, Turner pairs up with his partner Jerry to track down bail jumpers. Their latest assignment is to capture a notorious pimp called Gator who has skipped bail. As they navigate the dangerous underworld, the duo faces off against Gator's violent associates and other criminal elements trying to protect him.
In their relentless pursuit, Turner and Jerry are drawn deeper into a deadly game of cat and mouse, with each confrontation becoming increasingly perilous. The hunt reaches a boiling point as Turner's tenacity begins to unsettle other powerful adversaries within the city's criminal hierarchy, leading to vicious retaliations. Along the way, Turner's personal life and ethics are heavily tested, exposing the stark realities of his high-stakes profession.
Writers: Oscar Williams, Michael Allin, Leigh Chapman
Release Date: 17 Feb 1975
Runtime: 91 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
"Truck Turner" remains highly entertaining with standout performances and engaging action, balancing a unique blacksploitation mood despite some audio issues. Highly recommended!
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