The Monkey Hustle (1976) Rudy Ray Moore & Yaphet Kotto | Blaxploitation Comedy Classic [FULL MOVIE]

Описание: "The Monkey Hustle" (1976) is a blaxploitation comedy classic that offers a slice-of-life look at a vibrant, hustling community in Chicago. This comedy movie centers around Daddy Foxx, a charismatic and seasoned con artist who schools a group of younger men in the art of the "Monkey Hustle" – a variety of clever street scams designed to make a quick buck. However, their petty hustles and lively neighborhood are threatened when plans for a new expressway threaten to bulldoze their homes and way of life. As the community rallies to protest, Daddy Foxx and his crew, along with a colorful cast of characters including a flamboyant numbers runner named Goldie, find themselves navigating the challenges of their everyday schemes against the backdrop of potential displacement, leading to humorous and often chaotic situations as they try to outsmart the system and maintain their lively hood.

This Classic B-Movie provides a unique and often comedic perspective on the blaxploitation genre, focusing less on overt violence and more on the everyday struggles and resourceful nature of its characters. Yaphet Kotto delivers a charismatic performance as the seasoned Daddy Foxx, while Rudy Ray Moore injects his signature comedic energy as the memorable Goldie.

The film captures the spirit of the time and the distinct cultural flavor of its Chicago setting, offering a blend of humor, social commentary, funk, and the undeniable charm of its ensemble cast as they navigate romance, rivalries, and the looming threat to their community with street-smart wit and a whole lot of hustle.

Studio/Production Company: American International Pictures (AIP)
Director: Arthur Marks
Writers: Odie Hawkins (story), Charles Eric Johnson (screenplay)
Producer: Arthur Marks, Robert E. Schultz
Main Actors:
Yaphet Kotto (as Daddy Foxx)
Rudy Ray Moore (as Goldie)
Kirk Calloway (as Baby 'D)
Rosalind Cash (as Mama)
Thomas Carter (as Player)
Lynn Caridine (as Jan-Jan)