

“It's Tough To Be A Black Hero.”
Jack Spade returns from the army in his old ghetto neighbourhood when his brother, June Bug, dies. Jack declares war on Mr. Big, powerful local crimelord. His army is led by John Slade, his childhood idol who used to fight bad guys in the 70s.
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Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$3,000,000
Revenue
$13,000,000

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