Greased Lightning film review highlights Wendell Scott story
The Associated Press critique says Greased Lightning portrays Wendell Scott, NASCAR’s first Black Grand National winner, with oversimplified rivals and bigotry. It credits Michael Schultz’s direction and Richard Pryor’s performance but notes tonal flaws and a broad recounting of Scott’s life that may limit audience appeal.
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Wendell Scott biopic garners praise for lead depth, suffers others
The film centers on a dramatic lead performance that adds depth to the story of Wendell Scott. Supporting roles by Pam Grier, Cleavon Little, Beau Bridges, Richie Havens, and Vincent Gardenia are described as slender, while Georgia figures Julian Bond and Maynard Jackson appear in small parts. Filmed on location in Madison Georgia with race footage from Macon and Athens and NASCAR clips.
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Gretel II Sailed By Dad's Navy in Newport Cup Bid
At Newport Rhode Island Gretel II and its crew known as Dad's Navy pursue a 1977 America's Cup challenge. Skipper Gordon Ingate 51 and a diverse crew aged 40 on average race against Courageous Independence Enterprise and rival foreign entries including Sverige as trials begin.
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