
Bustin' Loose
1981, Comedy, 1h 34m
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Movie Info
Parole officer Donald (Robert Christian) compels his foul-mouthed ex-con charge Joe Braxton (Richard Pryor) to escort a bus full of special education students from Philadelphia to the Pacific Northwest, where their teacher Vivian Perry (Cicely Tyson) plans to set up a new school. But when Braxton's latest attempt at going straight becomes a frustrating series of mishaps, he struggles to complete the job he was hired to do while resisting his growing affection for Vivian and the children.
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Rating: R
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Genre: Comedy
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Original Language: English
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Director: Oz Scott
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Producer: Michael S. Glick, Richard Pryor
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Release Date (Theaters): original
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Distributor: Universal Pictures
Cast & Crew

Richard Pryor
Joe Braxton

Cicely Tyson
Vivian Perry

Robert Christian
Donald

Alphonso Alexander
Martin

Janet Wong
Annie

Kia Cooper
Samantha

Edwin DeLeon
Ernesto

Jimmy Hughes
Harold

Edwin Kinter
Anthony

Angel Ramirez
Julio

George Coe
Doctor Wilson T. Renfrew

Bill Quinn
Judge Antonio Runzuli

Roy Jenson
Klan Leader

Fred Carney
Alfred Schuyler

Peggy McCay
Gladys Schuyler

Oz Scott
Director

Michael S. Glick
Producer

Richard Pryor
Producer
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Sep 06, 2010Although the story is predictable and familiar, Pryor's comedy is what is showcased in this movie, and he's really funny. if you're a fan you should see this movie.
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Oct 23, 2009I was laughing my ass off.This movie is great
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