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Greased Lightning

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In a small town in the United States in the 1960s, a group of young people faces the reality of an uncertain future. The protagonist, a charismatic mechanic with a passion for racing, decides that his dream is to build and drive a race car that will lead him to win glory and recognition. With the help of his friends and a bit of ingenuity, they start gathering parts and tools to transform an old vehicle into a true speed machine.

As they struggle against the prejudices of society, which expects little from a dark-skinned boy in a world dominated by whites, he and his team find themselves in a series of comedic and thrilling situations that test their determination. The rivalry with an arrogant local driver adds a touch of tension, pushing the protagonist to strive harder than ever.

As the story progresses, the value of friendship and perseverance shines through in every scene, turning their failures into lessons and their joys into celebrations. With catchy music and vibrant choreography reflecting the culture of the time, the adventure culminates in an exciting race that will not only be a challenge for the protagonist but also a statement of his struggle for equality and respect. With an inspiring message, this story of dreams and determination becomes a hymn to youth and the unyielding quest for freedom.

Media type
Movie
Year
1977
Director
Michael Schultz
Writer
Lawrence DuKore
Leon Capetanos
Melvin Van Peebles
Ken Vose
Melvin Van Peebles
Rating
Service
Internet Movie Database
Rating
6.40
Service
Metacritic
Rating
57.00
Actors
Richard Pryor
Beau Bridges
Pam Grier
Cleavon Little
Vincent Gardenia
Bill Cobbs
Noble Willingham
Richie Havens
Earl Hindman
Julian Bond
Minnie Gentry
Lucy Saroyan
Bruce Atkins
Georgia Allen
Steve Fifield
Bill Cobbs
Maynard Jackson
Danny Nelson
Clara Dunn
Alvin Huff
Willie McWhorter
Frederick 'Dennis' Greene
Bill Connell
Charlie Briggs
Clebert Ford
Marc Gowan
Woni Spotts
Chris Sterling
Gender
Acciรณn
Comedy
Drama
Country
United States
Producers
Hannah Weinstein
Streaming
Apple TV
Original title
Greased Lightning
Duration
96
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