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Wednesday, March 22, 2017

Horror High (1974)

















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A nerdy high school super whiz experiments with a chemical which will transform his guinea pig "Mr. Mumps" from a gentle pet into a ravenous monster. In a fit of rage against his tormentors at the high school, Vernon Potts (Pat Cardi) goes on a killing spree, eliminating all of those who ever picked on him - the Gym Coach, the School Jock, The Creepy Janitor (Mr. Griggs) & his hated teacher, Ms. Grindstaff. In the end he gets the jock's girlfriend for himself but his happiness is short-lived as the potion turns him into a monster hunted by the towns police Lieutenant (Stoker).

Queimada [a.k.a. Burn!] (1969)


















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The professional mercenary, Sir William Walker, instigates a slave revolt on the Caribbean island of Queimada in order to help improve the British sugar trade. Years later he is sent again to deal with the same rebels that he built up because they have seized too much power that now threatens British sugar interests.

Friday, March 17, 2017

Grambling's White Tiger (1981, TV Movie)



















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In 1968, talented quarterback Jim Gregory jumps at the chance to enroll at the legendary school that's a sure ticket to the pros. Grambling's coach, Eddie Robinson, know that this reverse integration will strengthen his team, even though it will mean a test of wills on the field and off. Befriended only by Charles "Tank" Smith, Gregory learns firsthand about the perils of prejudice. Then, on the day of the crucial championship playoff, Gregory gets a chance to make his mark and wins his fellow student's respect.