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Five on the Black Hand Side

19731h 36mOscar Williams
IMDb 6.4

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Leonard Jackson plays a barber who is also the domineering head of a middle-class African American family. Jackson is forced to rethink his values when his previously docile wife (Clarice Taylor) joins their three children in rebelling against her husband's retrogressive behavior.

Comedy
Family RelationshipsBlaxploitation CinemaWeddingHilariousAdmiringCelebratoryVibrant

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What is Five on the Black Hand Side (1973) about?

Leonard Jackson plays a barber who is also the domineering head of a middle-class African American family. Jackson is forced to rethink his values when his previously docile wife (Clarice Taylor) joins their three children in rebelling against her husband's retrogressive behavior.

Who stars in Five on the Black Hand Side?

Five on the Black Hand Side stars Clarice Taylor (Mrs. Brooks), Leonard Jackson (Mr. Brooks), Virginia Capers (Ruby), Glynn Turman (Gideon), Dick Anthony Williams (Preston). The film was directed by Oscar Williams.

How long is Five on the Black Hand Side?

Five on the Black Hand Side has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 1973.

Is Five on the Black Hand Side worth watching?

Five on the Black Hand Side holds an IMDb rating of 6.4/10. Fans of Comedy are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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