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Coonskin / (Streetfight)

Animator Ralph Bakshi conjures up a violent universe populated by hustlers and punks, sad-eyed prostitutes and sullen gangsters. Streetfight looks at the bleak life and rude energy of the American inner city. "A shattering, successful effort, it's a work of brilliance and innovation" ( New York Times ). One of the most controversial films ever made, Coonskin is an angry, violent portrayal of Harlem street life and the black condition of the 1970s. Live action and animation, starring Barry White, Scatman Crothers and Philip Michael Thomas. Original, Uncut version . 89 minutes.

Directed by
Ralph Bakshi  
 
Writing credits
Ralph Bakshi

Cast (in alphabetical order)
Scatman Crothers .... Pappy
Charles Gordone .... Brother Fox
Richard Paul .... Son of Mafia Don (voice)
Philip Michael Thomas .... Randy
Barry White .... Sampson/Brother Bear

Produced by
Albert S. Ruddy

Original Music by
Chico Hamilton  
 
Cinematography by
William A. Fraker  
 
Film Editing by
Donald W. Ernst

Other crew
Thomas Del Ruth .... camera operator
Sharron Miller .... assistant editor