Greased Lightning
Watch TrailerThe true life story of Wendell Scott, the first black stock car racing driver to win an upper-tier NASCAR race.
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📋 Film Details
| Year | 1977 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Action, Comedy, Drama |
| Director | Michael Schultz |
| Runtime | 96 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.3/10 (43 votes) |
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The film constructs its narrative by contrasting intimate domestic moments with the roaring adrenaline of the racetrack. It explores the psychological toll of being a pioneer, relying on Richard Pryor's charismatic performance to anchor the social drama within a sports biography.
What lingers after the final lap is a profound respect for quiet resilience. The film successfully blends comedy and tension, making the historic triumph feel both personal and universally significant. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Michael Schultz
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Best watched with friends to share both the laughs and the racing tension.
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