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The Last American Hero

1973, Movie, PG, 95 mins

The Last American Hero: Review

Based on an Esquire article by Tom Wolfe, this well-crafted film tells the story of real-life stock car driver Junior Jackson, who served as THE LAST AMERICAN HERO's technical adviser. As a North Carolina youth, Jackson (Jeff Bridges) is a hot-rodding, small-time hoodlum until his father is busted for moonshining and hauled off to prison. He then decides to put his ability behind the wheel to good use, becoming a professional stock car racer to raise money for his father's d... read more leave a comment

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Based on a series of articles by acclaimed author Tom Wolfe, this engrossing and authentic drama follows the saga of stock-car racing legend Junior Jackson, a young North Carolinian farmer drawn to the world of auto racing. The Last American Hero is a compelling drama that follows one man's dream, as well as his struggle to come to terms with his past, present and future. The film was directed by Lamont Johnson and stars Jeff Bridges and Valerie Perrine.
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Length: 01:34:38
Posted: 6/2/2009

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A North Carolina moonshiner becomes a professional stock-car racer to raise money to free his jailed father. Based on Tom Wolfe's profile of Junior Johnson.
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Length: 01:35:00
Posted: 5/26/2009

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