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Still from Bustin' Loose — Bustin' Loose (1981) — Oz Scott, Michael SchultzPhotographed by Fred Goodich and Dennis Dalzell

Poster for Bustin' Loose

Oz Scott, Michael Schultz

Bustin' Loose

English / 1981 / 1h 34m

Not streamingNot currently on the Criterion Channel.

Letterboxd: 3.00/5·1.7K ratings·271 reviewson Letterboxd
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Synopsis

After ex-con Joe Braxton violates his probation, he is given a second chance. All he has to do is drive a group of special kids across the country.

Included in
Three Starring Cicely Tyson
Position 3
Included in
October 2021
Position 18

Credits

Crew

DirectorOz Scott, Michael Schultz

WriterRoger L. Simon

CinematographerFred Goodich,

ComposerMark Davis

EditorDavid Holden, Skip Lusk, Harry Keramidas

ProducerMichael S. Glick, Richard Pryor

Cast

Richard Pryoras Joe Braxton

Cicely Tysonas Vivian Perry

Angel Ramirez Jr.as Julio

Jimmy Hughesas Harold

Edwin DeLeonas Ernesto

Edwin Kinteras Anthony

Tami Luchowas Linda

Janet Wongas Annie

Alphonso Alexanderas Martin

Kia Cooperas Samantha

Robert Christianas Donald

George Coeas Doctor Wilson T. Renfrew

Bill Quinnas Judge Antonio Runzuli

Roy Jensonas Klan Leader

Fred Carneyas Alfred Schuyler

Peggy McCayas Gladys Schuyler

Luke Andreasas Loader

Earl Billingsas Man at Parole Office

Matthew Clarkas Dwayne

Nick Dimitrias Frank Munjak

Bustin' Loose (1981) | Criteria