"Blue Collar" features Richard Pryor's best performance by a mile. A tour de force from a man that is consistently ranked one of the best comedians of all time. But here he is playing a very sympathetic, but strong working man, with his two buddies, the equally excellent Yaphet Koto and Harvey Keitel. Together they decide they've had enough of just barely ekeing out a living in an automobile plant, and vow to take a chance, by robbing the auto unions safe. What unravels, is the true heart of the story. Their friendships will be tested, as the corrupt union will stop at nothing to exact their pound of flesh. One will be bought, one will be driven to the FBI, and one will be murdered.
A really fascinating character study, of three men who give it their all, day in and day out, but with little to show for it. Highly Recommended.
A really fascinating character study, of three men who give it their all, day in and day out, but with little to show for it. Highly Recommended.