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Car Wash (1976)

"Where anything can happen...and usually does!"

5.919761h 37mEN
ComedyDramaRomance

Directed by Michael Schultz

Rating

5.9/10

Runtime

1h 37m

Language

EN

Release

October 22, 1976

Director

Michael Schultz

Official Trailer

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Overview

This day-in-the-life cult comedy focuses on a group of friends working at Sully Boyar's Car Wash in the Los Angeles ghetto. The team meets dozens of eccentric customers -- including a smooth-talking preacher, a wacky cab driver and an ex-convict -- while cracking politically incorrect jokes to a con...

Cast

Ivan Dixon

Ivan Dixon

Lonnie

DeWayne Jessie

DeWayne Jessie

Lloyd

Bill Duke

Bill Duke

Duane – Abdullah

Franklyn Ajaye

Franklyn Ajaye

Theodore Chauncy "T.C." Alcott (The Fly)

Sully Boyar

Sully Boyar

Leon "Mr. B" Barrow

Melanie Mayron

Melanie Mayron

Marsha

June Pointer

June Pointer

The Wilson Sister

Bonnie Pointer

Bonnie Pointer

The Wilson Sister

Anita Pointer

Anita Pointer

The Wilson Sister

Ruth Pointer

Ruth Pointer

The Wilson Sister

Lauren Jones

Lauren Jones

Marleen

Richard Brestoff

Richard Brestoff

Irwin Barrow

Introduction

In this latest movie review, we dive deep into Car Wash (1976), exploring its intricate plot and standout performances that have everyone talking.

This day-in-the-life cult comedy focuses on a group of friends working at Sully Boyar's Car Wash in the Los Angeles ghetto. The team meets dozens of eccentric customers -- including a smooth-talking preacher, a wacky cab driver and an ex-convict -- while cracking politically incorrect jokes to a constant soundtrack of disco and funk. Some of the workers find romance as the day moves along, but most are just happy to get through another shift.

🛑 Story ExplainedSpoiler Warning

Our story explained section breaks down the complex narrative of Car Wash. The full story follows a progression that challenges typical tropes, leading to a climax that requires careful analysis.

🏆 Final Verdict

5 / 5 Stars

A triumphant piece of cinema that blends gripping narrative with breathtaking visuals.

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