Uptight
(1968)
Overview
Set against the backdrop of a community mourning the recent MLK assassination, Black militants building up an arsenal of weapons in preparation for a race war are betrayed by one of their own.
Director
Jules Dassin
Writers
Ruby Dee, Liam O'Flaherty, Jules Dassin, Julian Mayfield
Top Billed
Julian Mayfield
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Reviews
micar6
⭐ 8/10June 9, 2024
Set in Cleveland's Black activist scene following the death of MLK, this is both exhilarating and entertaining. It is a retelling of John Ford's _Informer_, directed by Jules Dassin in a return to American filmmaking. Beautiful nighttime photography with strong ensemble acting add to this bold, fascinating film. Long unavailable, it is worth re-discovering.
Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
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