The Harder They Come

Jimmy Cliff brings a knockout soundtrack and charisma aplenty to this classic crime drama. A film that needs no introduction to anyone with so much as the slightest interest in reggae or Jamaican culture, The Harder They Come celebrates its 50th anniversary this year. Besides its credentials as an explosive action thriller with a killer soundtrack, it is universally credited with introducing reggae and the roots movement to the world as a serious cultural proposition.

Director

Perry Henzell

Music

Jimmy Cliff

Cast

Jimmy Cliff, Janet Bartley, Carl Bradshaw

Year

1972

Duration

1h 42m

Country

Jamaica

Language

English

Studio

Screenbound

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