W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings (1975)
Directed by John G. Avildsen
Genres - Drama, Music, Comedy |
Sub-Genres - Detective Film |
Release Date - May 21, 1975 (USA - Unknown) |
Run Time - 91 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - PG
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Synopsis by Hal Erickson
Burt Reynolds stars in this fast-paced "road" picture as W. W. Bright, a 1950s Southern con man. He takes over Takes over the Dixie Dancekings, a two-bit country-western act headed by Dixie (Conny Van Dyke). Bright wheels and deals to get the Dixie Dancekings into the Grand Ole Opry. Meanwhile, he robs the gas stations of an oil company which he feels has cheated him, and is pursued by Bible-thumping lawman Deacon Gore (Art Carney). W.W. and the Dixie Dancekings is highlighted by musical renditions from Conny Van Dyke, Jerry Reed and Furry Lewis--and from Ned Beatty, playing an image-conscious Porter Wagoner type.
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Keywords
band [music group], behind-the-scenes, business, chase, con/scam, confidence, country-music, detective, group, hustler, loot, manager, music, oil, performer, pursuit, robbery, songwriter, stars [celebrities], struggle
