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Bronx 79
Bronx 79 will provide the definitive history of the birth of hip-hop culture – the largest and most impactful youth movement of the past 40 years. Employing first-person interviews of the people that were there at the beginning, original footage and photographs of that era, and unique recreations through stylized animation and live-action we will finally see the untold story of the pioneers, the fans and the world of the South Bronx in 1979.
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Plot Summary
A police detective, on parole for a previous offense, is framed for murder by a corrupt superior officer. He must then race against time to clear his name and expose the conspiracy before he's permanently silenced.
Critical Reception
While 'Bronx 79' was a notable attempt by Burt Reynolds to venture into directing action films and featured a solid cast, it received mixed reviews. Critics often cited its formulaic plot and gritty, but sometimes gratuitous, violence, though some acknowledged its effective pacing and performances.
What Reviewers Say
Praised for its tough-guy atmosphere and action sequences.
Criticized for its predictable narrative and occasional lapses into cliché.
Some found the performances engaging despite the script's shortcomings.
Google audience: Audience reception is not well-documented through readily available aggregated Google reviews for this older film, making a specific summary difficult to provide.
Fun Fact
The film was originally intended to be a vehicle for actor Charles Bronson before Burt Reynolds took over both the directorial and a starring role.
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