Truck Turner 1974 American Blaxploitation Action Film

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Truck Turner
1974 American Blaxploitation Action Film

Movie Details
- _Release Date:_ April 19, 1974
- _Country:_ United States
- _Language:_ English
- _Genre:_ Blaxploitation, Action
- _Runtime:_ 91 minutes
- _Director:_ Jonathan Kaplan
- _Cast:_ Isaac Hayes, Yaphet Kotto, Alan Weeks, Annazette Chase

Plot
"Truck Turner" is a 1974 American blaxploitation action film directed by Jonathan Kaplan. The movie follows the story of Truck Turner (Isaac Hayes), a tough and charismatic bounty hunter who is hired to track down a fugitive. When Truck's partner is killed, he sets out to avenge his death and take down the villainous Gator (Paul Harris). Along the way, Truck must navigate a complex web of crime and corruption, using his wits and his fists to stay one step ahead of the bad guys.

Themes
- Blaxploitation: The film is a classic example of the blaxploitation genre, featuring a strong African American lead character and exploring themes of racism, exploitation, and empowerment.
- Action: The movie includes plenty of action sequences, including fight scenes, chases, and shootouts.
- Revenge: The film's plot is driven by Truck's desire for revenge against the people who killed his partner.

Cast Salaries
- Isaac Hayes (Truck Turner): $100,000 (approximately $550,000 adjusted for inflation)
- Yaphet Kotto (Harvard Blue): $50,000 (approximately $275,000 adjusted for inflation)
- Alan Weeks (Gator's Henchman): $20,000 (approximately $110,000 adjusted for inflation)
- Annazette Chase (Dorothy Spencer): $15,000 (approximately $82,500 adjusted for inflation)

Awards and Nominations
- None notable

Streaming and Watch Options
"Truck Turner" is available to stream online and watch on various platforms, including:

- Amazon Prime Video
- Apple TV
- Google Play Movies & TV
- Vudu
- YouTube Movies
- Dailymotion
- MX Player
- Tubi
- Shout! Factory TV

Note: The availability of the movie on these platforms may vary depending on your location and the streaming services available in your area.

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