Pam-Grier Movie Reviews

Not only is Pam a perfect example of what women should look like, she reeks of class. This fine thing is every man's dream come true. If all women aged this well, then every grandmother would look like Pam Grier or Raquel Welsch. Rock on Pam.

I was talking with my sister who had mentioned this movie and I discovered that I had seen the same movie. This movie will explain to those who do not how it came to be that some lighter skinned blacks and blacks feel that the lighter skinned blacks are better. This type of thinking is perpetuated by the following comments that one may hear: your hair is good if it is straight, wavy or silky curly or you are pretty if your skin is light. These children had privaleges that the black children with black mothers and black fathers did not have. This explains the beginning of the separation of the color coded racism that existed among blacks and is still in existance today.
I think this movie was excellent in this area. It allows one to examine what they really feel inside of themselves. It is hard to see my sister wish that her hair was like mine or I must be mixed. Both my parents are humans-black humans. If any one is troubled with wondering why, this movie explains the how and why of color coded blackness as well as Creole history.
I highly recommend this movie!

This movie was truly amazing! As a black woman, I received an education in history. I was never aware that people of color were not only free during this time in history, but were wealthy and powerful, and that they too owned slaves! The Creole (et al) are not generally focused on when the is black discussed throughout history. The movie flowed well and was well balanced. It included family ties, true love, betrayal, and history. The acting was superb of course, with names such as James Earl Jones, Ossie Davis and Ruby Dee. I would recommend this movie to anyone and I hope to see more movies of it's kind that give a complete understanding of the lives of all blacks in our history.

PLEASE release this film. It is the BEST film with an EXCELLENT cast. I must add it to my movie collection. I'm Creole and wasn't aware of this part of our history. Another part of our history African American history that was kept from us.

Tom Keogh, whomever he may be, is quite mistaken about the quality of Mario Van Peebles film, which is somewhat more than simply a "black western." Despite the "camp" appearances of several black celebrities, Peebles brings to the film an arresting visual quality and an iconoclastic, unmistakably "dark" [no pun intended] perspective on How the West Was Lost, which is one of the biggest tragedies of American history. The historical background is suitably complex, tieing in references to the Spanish-American War. Although the lead character's gunslinging talents are made too much of, this is far from cliche.

Mario Van Peebles directed and starred in this film about a group of African-American soldiers (and one white one) on the run from a corrupt military officer. The officer (Billy Zane) had the posse steal some gold from Cuba during the Spanish-American War. He planned to kill them afterwards, but the group proved stronger than he thought and they escaped. They come back to the states and follow Jesse (Van Peebles) to the dream town of his deceased father in west Texas. Jesse has some inner demons to silence and they won't be still until he has settled an aged score.

The film is interesting. However, the movie relies heavily upon typical Western cliches which dampen some of the it's uniqueness. Nevertheless, the film does raise awareness about all the black cowboys and settlers that were so instrumental in taming the West that most people don't even know existed. An educational film that is quite entertaining to watch.

Mario Van Peebles Posse' brought a new perspective about the west. This was the first western in many years to feature a predominately African-American cast. Stephen Baldwin was great in his potrayal of Lil' Jay. Very educational movie.

I stumbled across this movie late one night on Showtime. It was superb! What a history piece for all Americans of color, most of whom have not a clue of this segment of their heritage. Just another saga of how and why we arrived on this "GREAT AMERICAN CONTINENT," how and why we were treated, and how and why we TREATED EACH OTHER! What another sad story of this "FREE COUNTRY." What another sad story of how Americans of color related AND STILL relate to one another!!!! Showtime, "put it on in primetime!"

i [tried] to read this book, but couldn't get past the first 250 pages or so. while it was fascinating to read and i found the characters intriguing, i didn't have the TIME to sit down and read it through: the pacing was entirely too slow. so, i put it down and promised myself to 'come back to it,' wishing SOMEONE would adapt it to film so that i could have time for the actual STORY.

i was thrilled when i discovered this dvd at the local blockbuster.

the film, which outlines the lives of one french-creole-haitian family in louisiana who--by a series of questionable and irreversible decisions made through generations--enjoyed the privilege of being part of the 18,000-strong community of those both black and free in early-1800's louisiana, is paced WONDERFULLY.

i found that the film adaptation was true to what i'd read in the book and the characters, except for anna bella who i thought would look more african, were just as i had imagined them in my mind. this is def. the best book-to-film I'VE ever seen. the movie was beautiful to look at and of altogether intriguing subject matter. I WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED. on the contrary, because it was a made-for-tv movie, i was expecting quality far LESS than that which i actually saw. the relationships between the characters were believable, as was the plot of the film. it's about 3 1/2 to 4 hours long, but it certainly didn't feel that way. in fact, i was disappointed when it ended.

the acting was great (the accents, less so). and my goodness, the cast read like a who's who in black hollywood. forest whitaker, pam grier, jasmine guy, ruby dee, ozzie davis, james earl jones, eartha kitt, goodness...the list goes on. however, those that were newer to me, such as the films protagonist marcelle (robert richard) did as well--sometimes better--than the veterans.

i love historical movies, especially those about wwii and america in the 1800s. this is the best movie of the latter category i've ever seen. it neither over-dramatizes or under-dramatizes the situation of the people it depicts (which is more than what u can say for classics such as 'gone with the wind').

i'd recommend this one to anyone.

I am not quite Creole.... I am Cuban, Black, and Native American (Goshute of the Shoshone), with some French blood from my maternal half. I was raised in Salt Lake City, Utah (my mother's birthplace and hometown) as a child, and then moved to Oklahoma City, Oklahoma (my father being from Tulsa, OK), and have not always been acquainted with "my own" heritage of being a mixed race "black" person. I am sometimes confused on how our country defines a person as black even if there complexion is the color of a brown paper bag (and lighter still). However, Anne Rice was brilliant to have written such an exceptional book, and sanctioning it as a film. This film should be viewed by all white people, especially white Americans, and white South Africans. So, also the book should be reqired reading for American Literature courses... and not only in the state of Louisiana.... I wanted to attend Dillard University or Xavier University so much, however, I will continue praying for our generations as I attend Oral Roberts University in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Bravo, ma cher Anne Rice!

THIS IS NOT A PAM GRIER CLASSIC. STICK TO COFFY.

Wow....I just finished watching this movie and it is a real jem. Ladies in prison flicks are cool but this one takes the cake as far as campy goes. Here are some of the things you will experience if you watch this flick.
1. Tons of 70's babes with tight skimpy outfits on.
2. More babes with skimpy outfits on.
3. Homosexual prison gaurds
4. Homosexual prison warden
5. A Philipino Revolution
6. More 70's babes with tight outfits on.
7. A woman hanging by her ponytail as punishment for trying to escape
8. Mud wrestling
9. Crazed women inmates imprisoned in an cage with other crazy wild women (they act like animals....funny!)
10. Inmates who want to be "raped" by men, because they haven't "had any sex in a very long time".
11. More sex starved female inmates in tight outfits.....especially one very "hot blond babe" who begs for sex!!
I must admit this is by far the funniest and sickest movie I have seen in a long time. The plot centers around this band of revolutionaries who want to take over thier country by force. They come up with the crazy idea of breaking into an all "womens prison" and freeing the women who will help them with the revolution.(This is the first time I have ever seen anyone break "into" a prison.) Not much of what goes on makes any sence but it sure makes for one hell of a laugh riot. Roger Corman impressed me again. I have only seen one other Roger Corman movie "Bucket of Blood" and I have to admit that this film is stranger and funnier than "Bucket". As I was watching this film I kept asking myself "Is Roger Corman for real?... is he trying to be serious or trying to be funny?"....the script is a zany hoot and the film kept my attention all the way through. I recieved the VHS version and there was 2 spots where the audio did not sync up to the film, this error actually added to the wierdness of the flick. The entire movie had that "made for T.V" feel to it. There is some nudity and bad launguage but the contentnt is so bizzare and offbeat that it deserved a "R" rating. I highly recommned this film for the cinema nut who thinks he has seen it all. You will not be dissapointed!.....the highlight of the film is when halfway thru the movie you find out the prison guards and warden prefer men sexually over women...gay prison guards!!!!.....this twist in the scipt is just TOO FUNNY!!........buy it today....you will thank me!!

What a combo. 'Ladies in Prison' movies is the best idea next to breast implants, and we all know Pammy don't need those. Nudity, violence, one liners, sex, and the great cat-fights. Pam is the star, but Judith don't take no back seat! When farmer man wants to feel Pam's melons through the bars, he get's more than what he bargained for. Talk about plowing. All these characters pop up again and again in the 'Pam Prison' series. SOmetimes she the prisoner, sometimes the warden, and sometimes the revolutionist. Why does every 'woman in prison' film have to have a revolution anyway??? Well no matter, Pam and Judith like I said are a pair that can't be beat!

A great film exploring personal identity in culture and class. Dante basco does a wonderful job in his portrayal of an Asian boy who was adopted and raised in a Black family. Great development of characters and of the relationships between the characters.

Margaret Cho steals the show with her role as an exchange student who has been accidentally dropped off at the wrong host family but learns to soak up the culture throughout the movie. Now you KNOW that's gonna be hilarious!

Check out this movie. It's really good. The storyline moves smoothly and the acting is great in this multi-racial film. Pam Grier is excellent as the matriarch in the film.

Two thumbs up!! I originally saw this movie several years ago, loved it and had to own it. It was funny, had a great theme and provided a universal message. Stereotypes are misleading and as an African American Male, I can relate to how incorrect they can be. Faking the funk deals with this subject matter in a humorous yet effective way and demonstrates the commonality of all people, regardless of race. I live in the Baldwin Hills area of Los Angeles and couldn't help by chuckle at the reference to persons living in the area. Buy it--you'll definitely enjoy it.

We saw this film last night on USA and it was cool. Had some great moments and made us laugh. The entire cast was great and really brought everyone together. We need to see more great films like this. Like the lady said previously it gives me hope when i see a film like this. Lots of talented people coming together, bringing the races together. I really enjoyed this film. I hope more people see it. And my props to Amazon for this review service. it makes people get to play reviewer! Thanks!

Those looking for a rousing shoot-em-up action picture will probably be disappointed by `In Too Deep.' Those looking for a more low-keyed, subdued and thoughtful study of the realities of life as an undercover cop will, however, find much in this film to admire and appreciate. Omar Epps stars as a Cincinnati-based rookie cop, Officer Jeff Cole, who goes undercover to nab a major cocaine dealer from New Jersey who calls himself `God,' (played by rapper LL Cool J) and who, Godfather-like, involves himself heavily in familial values and efforts to `help' the struggling members of his blighted neighborhood. In its exploration of its subject, the film wisely eschews the over-the-top fantasy heroics that afflict so many action films and, instead, tethers itself to the harsh, often ugly realities of the dangerous criminal world in which it is set. The movie builds much of its drama and suspense by bringing to the foreground the fascinating logistics that go into undercover police work, forcing us to witness first hand the risks, the moral compromises (to be convincing, Cole has to snort cocaine himself, for example) and the psychological ambiguities that invariably accompany the job.

Cole is a man who has been obsessed from the early days of his underprivileged, slum-ridden childhood with making a difference in a crime-infested world he knows all too well from first hand experience. This makes him a natural choice for infiltrating this underworld existence since his background has given him the understanding he needs as a point-of-entry. Thus, as he embarks on this new and dangerous career, we see the innate compassion he extends to those caught in the same environment from which he has sprung, an empathy that, in the context of his job, often leads him into a `softness' that clouds his judgment and ends up endangering his life further. In addition, as he is accepted more deeply into the inner circle of trust that God has set up around himself, Cole begins to question his own loyalties - or so, at least, the offers in charge of him begin to believe. (This, I imagine, is the undercover agent version of the Stockholm Syndrome that afflicts so many kidnap victims, often leading them to transfer their loyalties from their rescuers to their abductors).

The screenplay, though it could be sharper and more incisive at times, occasionally achieves substance in its examination of just what happens to an undercover agent's mind when he does indeed get `in too deep.' In addition, the film frequently achieves moments of genuine suspense, in truly scary scenes involving God's uncontrolled displays of manic violence and torture and in moments when Cole's entire cover seems to have been `blown.' In those moments, LL Cool J hits all the right notes in his performance but, both he and Epps, unfortunately, lack the dramatic and emotional range as actors necessary to make their quieter, more intimate moments effectively credible. In addition, the dialogue often rings untrue, especially in the conversations among the commanding officers played by Stanley Tucci and, in another weak portrayal, Pam Grier among others.

With better performances, harder-edged dialogue and slightly more energetic direction, `In Too Deep' might have been a great study of moral conflict set within the context of an exciting policier. On the other hand, the film could also have been much worse. As it is, `In Too Deep' respects the seriousness of both its subject matter and its audience and provides a number of powerful scenes - factors for which we are grateful but which also make us yearn for the high quality film that might have been.

What a 180-degree turn from his role in Deep Blue Sea!
LL showed he had much talent in acting as in Hip-Hop.
His acting here was vivid, energetic and fierce, which made "GOD" scary as hell but at the same time revealed his "family" side...Really GREAT

However, I think the film lost focus when Omar was pulled off his undercover job in the middle. And the ending is somewhat tame and tasteless

this is a really great film, the two actors Epps and Cool j where
great in this film, this is a powerfull film but i dont think its
as good as mennace to society but this is still a great film,
Epps is the only cop that will go deep enough into the case of catching the crime lord of the streets (cool J) known as god, but the only thing is has Epps gone into DEEP and will he ever get out, a must see film

Those looking for a rousing shoot-em-up action picture will probably be disappointed by `In Too Deep.' Those looking for a more low-keyed, subdued and thoughtful study of the realities of life as an undercover cop will, however, find much in this film to admire and appreciate. Omar Epps stars as a Cincinnati-based rookie cop, Officer Jeff Cole, who goes undercover to nab a major cocaine dealer from New Jersey who calls himself `God,' (played by rapper LL Cool J) and who, Godfather-like, involves himself heavily in familial values and efforts to `help' the struggling members of his blighted neighborhood. In its exploration of its subject, the film wisely eschews the over-the-top fantasy heroics that afflict so many action films and, instead, tethers itself to the harsh, often ugly realities of the dangerous criminal world in which it is set. The movie builds much of its drama and suspense by bringing to the foreground the fascinating logistics that go into undercover police work, forcing us to witness first hand the risks, the moral compromises (to be convincing, Cole has to snort cocaine himself, for example) and the psychological ambiguities that invariably accompany the job.

Cole is a man who has been obsessed from the early days of his underprivileged, slum-ridden childhood with making a difference in a crime-infested world he knows all too well from first hand experience. This makes him a natural choice for infiltrating this underworld existence since his background has given him the understanding he needs as a point-of-entry. Thus, as he embarks on this new and dangerous career, we see the innate compassion he extends to those caught in the same environment from which he has sprung, an empathy that, in the context of his job, often leads him into a `softness' that clouds his judgment and ends up endangering his life further. In addition, as he is accepted more deeply into the inner circle of trust that God has set up around himself, Cole begins to question his own loyalties - or so, at least, the offers in charge of him begin to believe. (This, I imagine, is the undercover agent version of the Stockholm Syndrome that afflicts so many kidnap victims, often leading them to transfer their loyalties from their rescuers to their abductors).

The screenplay, though it could be sharper and more incisive at times, occasionally achieves substance in its examination of just what happens to an undercover agent's mind when he does indeed get `in too deep.' In addition, the film frequently achieves moments of genuine suspense, in truly scary scenes involving God's uncontrolled displays of manic violence and torture and in moments when Cole's entire cover seems to have been `blown.' In those moments, LL Cool J hits all the right notes in his performance but, both he and Epps, unfortunately, lack the dramatic and emotional range as actors necessary to make their quieter, more intimate moments effectively credible. In addition, the dialogue often rings untrue, especially in the conversations among the commanding officers played by Stanley Tucci and, in another weak portrayal, Pam Grier among others.

With better performances, harder-edged dialogue and slightly more energetic direction, `In Too Deep' might have been a great study of moral conflict set within the context of an exciting policier. On the other hand, the film could also have been much worse. As it is, `In Too Deep' respects the seriousness of both its subject matter and its audience and provides a number of powerful scenes - factors for which we are grateful but which also make us yearn for the high quality film that might have been.

What a 180-degree turn from his role in Deep Blue Sea!
LL showed he had much talent in acting as in Hip-Hop.
His acting here was vivid, energetic and fierce, which made "GOD" scary as hell but at the same time revealed his "family" side...Really GREAT

However, I think the film lost focus when Omar was pulled off his undercover job in the middle. And the ending is somewhat tame and tasteless

this is a really great film, the two actors Epps and Cool j where
great in this film, this is a powerfull film but i dont think its
as good as mennace to society but this is still a great film,
Epps is the only cop that will go deep enough into the case of catching the crime lord of the streets (cool J) known as god, but the only thing is has Epps gone into DEEP and will he ever get out, a must see film

I love Tarintino. Pulp Fiction and Reservoir Dogs were amazing. Kill Bill vol. I was incredible. Jackie Brown however was very disappointing. It's a simple plot structure with a few characters all wanting 500,000 and plotting amongst themselves on how to get it while the view only catches parts so he always has to guess and mistrust his guess too. Nothing original. The dialogue wasn't even very good as it was in his first two Films and in Kill Bill. This movie dragged on and on and I'd rather have spent my 4 dollar rental on a foreign film.

Among Tarantino's works, "Jackie Brown" lacks the propulsive speed of "Pulp Fiction"; it takes patience to follow the intricate setup for the final caper and its aftermath. (This is typical of any movie based on a book by Elmore Leonard; Leonard wants you not only to understand exactly what the caper is, but who exactly is trying to pull it off.) The length of the setup, however, pays off beautifully when the caper itself--involving a dropoff of drug money in a suburban mall, under the supposedly watchful eyes of the police--explodes across the screen, shown from the viewpoints of several different characters. And what characters! From the opening credits, when you see Pam Grier--an actress of extreme sexiness and charisma--race across an airport to the tune of "Across 110th Street," you know you are in for a cinematic treat. Grier was absolutely superb in this--why didn't she get an Oscar nomination, and why hasn't she been offered any more lead roles since this? It's also a delight to see Robert Forster, a tough-guy actor of the '70s, give a thoughtful and commanding performance as Grier's partner in crime. And the rogues' gallery of great character actors in supporting roles--Samuel L. Jackson, Robert De Niro, Bridget Fonda, Michael Keaton--add further to "Jackie Brown's" overall excellence, making this a movie you will never forget.

This movie is classically cool, like nearly all Tarantino movies, it carries this vibe of being something so blindingly hip and intelligent at the same time. Yet for those who didn't like the dark humor and comic-esque violence of the wonderful Pulp Fiction, Jackie Brown is decisively tamer, much more subtle, and intricately conceived. The characters are developed with consideration, brought to life, and have various dimension. The plot is confusing at times, but in the end settles itself and turns out to be absolutely brilliant. Sadly, in the development, the movie is a bit slow and pointless at times, and you find yourself wondering if it is really necessary to take such a seemingly long time watching a character's basic actions, such as eating something, or staring at something, oh well, nothing is perfect. All in all, this is an amazingly hip movie, set to a fabulous funk background mirroring 70's blaxploitation movies, and a fabulous cast including the awesome Pam Grier, Samuel L. Jackson (who wears his trademark Kangols through most of the movie), Robert DeNiro, and Bridget Fonda. Definitely a movie to watch, necessary for movie buffs to own, and a blast to watch with a group of friends who appreciate INCREDIBLE films.

I love Tarintino. Pulp Fiction and Reservoir Dogs were amazing. Kill Bill vol. I was incredible. Jackie Brown however was very disappointing. It's a simple plot structure with a few characters all wanting 500,000 and plotting amongst themselves on how to get it while the view only catches parts so he always has to guess and mistrust his guess too. Nothing original. The dialogue wasn't even very good as it was in his first two Films and in Kill Bill. This movie dragged on and on and I'd rather have spent my 4 dollar rental on a foreign film.

Among Tarantino's works, "Jackie Brown" lacks the propulsive speed of "Pulp Fiction"; it takes patience to follow the intricate setup for the final caper and its aftermath. (This is typical of any movie based on a book by Elmore Leonard; Leonard wants you not only to understand exactly what the caper is, but who exactly is trying to pull it off.) The length of the setup, however, pays off beautifully when the caper itself--involving a dropoff of drug money in a suburban mall, under the supposedly watchful eyes of the police--explodes across the screen, shown from the viewpoints of several different characters. And what characters! From the opening credits, when you see Pam Grier--an actress of extreme sexiness and charisma--race across an airport to the tune of "Across 110th Street," you know you are in for a cinematic treat. Grier was absolutely superb in this--why didn't she get an Oscar nomination, and why hasn't she been offered any more lead roles since this? It's also a delight to see Robert Forster, a tough-guy actor of the '70s, give a thoughtful and commanding performance as Grier's partner in crime. And the rogues' gallery of great character actors in supporting roles--Samuel L. Jackson, Robert De Niro, Bridget Fonda, Michael Keaton--add further to "Jackie Brown's" overall excellence, making this a movie you will never forget.

This movie is classically cool, like nearly all Tarantino movies, it carries this vibe of being something so blindingly hip and intelligent at the same time. Yet for those who didn't like the dark humor and comic-esque violence of the wonderful Pulp Fiction, Jackie Brown is decisively tamer, much more subtle, and intricately conceived. The characters are developed with consideration, brought to life, and have various dimension. The plot is confusing at times, but in the end settles itself and turns out to be absolutely brilliant. Sadly, in the development, the movie is a bit slow and pointless at times, and you find yourself wondering if it is really necessary to take such a seemingly long time watching a character's basic actions, such as eating something, or staring at something, oh well, nothing is perfect. All in all, this is an amazingly hip movie, set to a fabulous funk background mirroring 70's blaxploitation movies, and a fabulous cast including the awesome Pam Grier, Samuel L. Jackson (who wears his trademark Kangols through most of the movie), Robert DeNiro, and Bridget Fonda. Definitely a movie to watch, necessary for movie buffs to own, and a blast to watch with a group of friends who appreciate INCREDIBLE films.