Diamonds (1975)

Synopsis: Although often touted as a sequel to SHAFT, DIAMONDS actually has nothing to do with John Shaft, it only shares that film's star, Richard Roundtree. Here, Mr. Roundtree plays Archie, a thief... Although often touted as a sequel to SHAFT, DIAMONDS actually has nothing to do with John Shaft, it only shares that film's star, Richard Roundtree. Here, Mr. Roundtree plays Archie, a thief recruited by Charles Hodgson (Robert Shaw) to help him $100 million worth of cut diamonds from an Israeli skyscraper. The catch is that the building's state of the art security system was designed by Mr. Hodgson's twin brother, allowing him knowledge of the system that no one else in the world has. However, even if they do manage to get past the security system, Archie and Charles still must escape with the diamonds. This stylish 1970s crime drama features two excellent performances from Robert Shaw (JAWS), who plays a set of twins, as well as a stellar supporting turn from Mr. Roundtree. [More]

Starring: Richard Roundtree, Robert Shaw, Shelley Winters, Barbara Hershey

Starring: Richard Roundtree, Robert Shaw, Shelley Winters, Barbara Hershey

Director: Menahem Golan

Director: Menahem Golan
Screenwriter: David Paulsen
Composer: Roy Budd

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