The Harder They Come (1973)
With a Piece in His Hand He Takes on the Man!
Storyline
Ivanhoe Martin arrives in Kingston, Jamaica, looking for work and, after some initial struggles, lands a recording contract as a reggae singer. He records his first song, "The Harder They Come," but after a bitter dispute with a manipulative producer named Hilton, soon finds himself resorting to petty crime in order to pay the bills. He deals marijuana, kills some abusive cops and earns local folk hero status. Meanwhile, his record is topping the charts.
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| Original title | The Harder They Come |
|---|---|
| Release date | Feb 8, 1973 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | gangster, murder, marijuana, jamaica, disc jockey, record producer, church choir, reggae, record label, cinema on cinema, parish, recording contract |
FAQ
What is The Harder They Come about?
Ivanhoe Martin arrives in Kingston, Jamaica, looking for work and, after some initial struggles, lands a recording contract as a reggae singer. He records his first song, "The Harder They Come," but after a bitter dispute with a manipulative producer named Hilton, soon finds himself resorting to petty crime in order to pay the bills. He deals marijuana, kills some abusive cops and earns local folk hero status. Meanwhile, his record is topping the charts.
When was The Harder They Come released?
The Harder They Come was released on Feb 8, 1973 (status: Released).
Who directed The Harder They Come?
Perry Henzell directed The Harder They Come.
What is the TMDB rating of The Harder They Come?
The Harder They Come has a TMDB rating of 6.6/10 from 130 votes.