Foxy Brown
1974 American Blaxploitation Film
Movie Details
- _Release Date:_ April 5, 1974
- _Country:_ United States
- _Language:_ English
- _Genre:_ Blaxploitation, Action, Thriller
- _Runtime:_ 94 minutes
- _Director:_ Jack Hill
- _Cast:_ Pam Grier, Antonio Fargas, Peter Brown, Kathryn Loder
Plot
"Foxy Brown" is a 1974 American blaxploitation film directed by Jack Hill. The movie follows the story of Foxy Brown (Pam Grier), a sexy and fierce African American woman who seeks revenge against the people who killed her boyfriend and mistreated her. Foxy Brown goes undercover as a prostitute to gather information and take down the villains, using her wit, charm, and physical strength to outsmart them.
Themes
- Blaxploitation: The film is a classic example of the blaxploitation genre, featuring a strong African American female lead character and exploring themes of racism, exploitation, and empowerment.
- Action: The movie includes plenty of action sequences, including fight scenes, chases, and shootouts.
- Feminism: Foxy Brown is a feminist icon, using her strength and intelligence to take down the patriarchal society that seeks to oppress her.
Cast Salaries
- Pam Grier (Foxy Brown): $50,000 (approximately $275,000 adjusted for inflation)
- Antonio Fargas (Link Brown): $20,000 (approximately $110,000 adjusted for inflation)
- Peter Brown (Steve Elias): $15,000 (approximately $82,500 adjusted for inflation)
- Kathryn Loder (Miss Kathryn Wall): $10,000 (approximately $55,000 adjusted for inflation)
Awards and Nominations
- None notable
Streaming and Watch Options
"Foxy Brown" is available to stream online and watch on various platforms, including:
- Amazon Prime Video
- Apple TV
- Google Play Movies & TV
- Vudu
- YouTube Movies
- Dailymotion
- MX Player
- Tubi
- Shout! Factory TV
Note: The availability of the movie on these platforms may vary depending on your location and the streaming services available in your area.