Action Crime Drama Walking Tall Collection

Walking Tall

Name: Walking Tall
Director: Phil Karlson
Genre: Action, Crime, Drama
Released: 1973-01-01
Duration: 125 min
Rating: 6.6
Cast: Joe Don Baker, Elizabeth Hartman, Gene Evans, Noah Beery Jr., Brenda Benet

1973Dir. Phil Karlson2h 5m

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Runtime2h 5m

Released1973

Budget$500K

Box office$40M

DirectorPhil Karlson

About This Movie

Walking Tall is gritty and raw, a film that captures the early '70s vibe perfectly. Phil Karlson crafts a tense atmosphere, highlighting Buford Pusser's relentless fight against local corruption. The pacing is methodical, building tension as Pusser, played by Joe Don Baker, tackles the gritty realities of moonshining and lawlessness in Tennessee. The performances are strong, particularly Baker's, who embodies that rugged, no-nonsense sheriff. What stands out here are the practical effects; the fight scenes have a certain weight to them that you don't see in many modern films. It's a slice of Americana that feels both dated and notable, reflecting a world where one man's determination can challenge systemic issues.

Released by American International PicturesFilmed on location in TennesseeFeatures practical stunts and fight choreographyBased on the true story of Buford Pusser