Review of Billy Jack (1971) by Shawn W — 12 Sep 2008

This movie captures racism of the early 70s in a way that is amazing...this movie is rad for the great storytelling and all around great filmmaking...great stuff!

This review of Billy Jack (1971) was written by Shawn W on 12 Sep 2008.

Billy Jack has generally received mixed reviews.

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By Jerry F (256) on 21 Mar 2010

I admit, Its not going to live up to todays standards. Due to the bad action scenes, and the fake blood. But I still like the movie…

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By Jack G (1,167) on 12 Jan 2010

When Laughlin gets into his bad-ass mode and kicks the ass of anyone that comes in his path (or makes him BERSERK!), it's golden…

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By Yan N (9) on 21 Mar 2010

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Being an Indian isn't a matter of blood, it is a way of life. Billy Jack is a former Green Beret who served in the Vietnam War…

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By Jan W (35) on 24 Jun 2013

Very slow paced and abit too preachy for my liking but some quality vigilantism from Billy Jack…

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By David B (3,254) on 24 Jan 2010

Corny but classic none-the-less...especially for this half-breed. Maybe one day they'll make an even cheesier remake…

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By David S (4,459) on 15 Sep 2010

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By Aj V (1,538) on 21 Dec 2010

This movie is good at giving you a picture of early seventies late sixties life, especially the youth and peace movements going on at the time…

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