Drifter
Drifter

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Drifter

1975
Movie
98 min
English

A bisexual hustler tries to find a niche in the disparate worlds of straights and gays. He begins exploring relationships with members of both worlds, but his affairs do not go well.

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IMDb5.6/10
Director: Robert Vincent O'NeilGenres: Action, Crime, Drama

Plot Summary

A drifter arrives in a small town and becomes involved in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with a local crime boss. The drifter, a Vietnam veteran haunted by his past, finds himself entangled with a woman who is trying to escape her own troubles. As loyalties are tested and violence escalates, the drifter must confront his demons and fight for survival.

Critical Reception

Drifter was a modest exploitation film that found an audience primarily through drive-in theaters and grindhouses. While not critically acclaimed, it is often recognized for its gritty portrayal of its characters and its star, Pam Grier, who delivers a strong performance. The film has gained a cult following over the years for its tough, no-nonsense action and its exploration of themes like revenge and desperation.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for Pam Grier's commanding presence.

  • Acknowledged for its raw, gritty action sequences.

  • Seen as a typical, yet effective, exploitation film of its era.

Google audience: Audience reception on Google is not widely available for this film.

Fun Fact

The film was directed by Robert Vincent O'Neil, who later went on to direct films like 'Uninvited' and 'The Last Resort'.

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