The Bus Is Coming

The film follows a young Black man who is released from prison and struggles to reintegrate into society in a racially charged environment. He encounters both helpful and antagonistic figures as he attempts to find work and escape the cycle of crime. His journey is marked by the systemic prejudices he faces and his internal battle for self-respect.

While 'The Bus Is Coming' was not widely distributed, it has gained recognition as an important piece of independent Black cinema from the early 1970s. It is praised for its raw portrayal of urban life and its honest depiction of racial inequality, though some may find its pacing and narrative style characteristic of its independent production era.

• Praised for its authentic depiction of the Black experience in America.

• Noted for its gritty realism and social commentary on urban poverty and racism.

• Appreciated as a significant, though lesser-known, contribution to Blaxploitation cinema.

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Wendell B. Harris Jr., the director, was only 24 years old when he made 'The Bus Is Coming,' making it one of the youngest directorial feature debuts of its time.