
Starring
Richard Pryor, Cicely Tyson, Alphonso Alexander
Comedy legend Richard Pryor stars as Joe Braxton, an ex-con given a chance for freedom if he can drive a beautiful special education teacher (Cicely Tyson) and her students down to Washington DC.
Pryor shines in the role, with touching dramatic scenes as he connects with the children. An outrageous, heart-warming comedy that ranks among Richard Pryor's best work.
Trivia:
During production of this film, Richard Pryor suffered serious injury when he accidentally set himself on fire in a drug-related mishap.
Directed by
Oz Scott