In the1970s, there were few people who had the star power ofBurt Reynolds.
The following movies are prime examples of what helped make the iconic actor the star he was.
As the directorial follow-up to Reynolds warmly receivedSharkys Machine,Stickfailed to deliver the same critical acclaim.
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A botched narcotics bust sends Sgt.
Can Hooper walk away from the business, or will he die a legend?
Hooperwould serve as a reunion between Reynolds and Needham who he had previously worked with onSmokey and the Bandit.
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WhatThe Longest Yardmanages to do so well is make small stakes feel like something grand.
Moviegoers flocked to seeSmokey and the Bandit,loving the combination of high-speed car chases and humor.
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Intent on seeing the Cahulawassee River before it’s dammed and turned into a lake, outdoor fanatic Lewis Medlock takes his friends on a canoeing trip they’ll never forget into the dangerous American back-country.
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