Review of The Glory Stompers (1967) by Eric B — 15 May 2015
This formulaic biker film is only worth seeing if you're curious to see Dennis Hopper on wheels in a pre-"Easy Rider" role. (He's bearded here, if that matters). Unfortunately, you'd never guess he would become a notable actor based on this crass, disposable performance.
Otherwise, this is just a tepid tale of Hopper's little gang (the Black Souls) abducting a blonde hottie from the rival Glory Stompers. The head Glory Stomper (Jody McCrea, who looks just like father Joel) heads off in pursuit, meeting up with an older biker (Jock Mahoney) who seems woefully miscast.
The musical score is dull, and the extras are dominated by improbable beach bunnies who can't get enough of grizzled bikers (apparently, they are only in the film to flaunt their sparkling clean underwear and to get painted psychedelic a la Goldie Hawn in "Laugh-In").
Keep an eye out for Casey Kasem in a small role -- he's barely recognizable.
This review of The Glory Stompers (1967) was written by Eric B on 15 May 2015.
The Glory Stompers has generally received mixed reviews.
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