Killer of Sheep is a 1977 drama film depicting the culture of urban African-Americans in Los Angeles' Watts district.
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It's on The National Society of Film Critics list of 100 Essential Films. Roger Ebert placed it on his list of Great Movies. Rotten Tomatoes has a critics consensus score of 98%.
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...another that never hit my radar screen.
ReplyDeleteAs with me. If I didn't come across various lists I'd never hear of most of these movies.
DeleteI wish I had an hour and 20 minutes to watch this, but I am too far behind right now. I have bookmarked it for late when I am not so busy, though.
ReplyDeleteI have so many movies saved in browser folders and watchlisted on streaming services. I'll never get to them all. on the other hand, I'll never run out ;)
DeleteAmazing names for these older ones!
ReplyDeleteYes, they get my attention.
DeleteYou always find I treating movies to watch and this one gets great reviews, I hope you enjoyed it too! Have a great week 😊. Hugs, Jo x
ReplyDeleteIt's not really my "thing" but was interesting to watch in light of urban life today.
DeleteI haven't heard of this one. And you'd think with that title it would be talked about more.
ReplyDeleteIt's interesting to note which movies fad away and which have broader appeal.
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