The Harder They Come
The Harder They Come stars reggae musician Jimmy Cliff as a poor young man from the Jamaican countryside who moves to the city to make it big. The movie helped Cliff to gain notoriety as a reggae artist and has since become a cult classic.1
Fast Facts
- Release date: 1972 (Jamaica)
- Director: Perry Henzell
- Screenwriter: Perry Henzell, Trevor D. Rhone
- Producer: Perry Henzell
- Distributor: International Films
- MPAA rating: R
- Run time: 105 minutes
- Inspired by the story of 1950s Jamaican outlaw Ivanhoe Martin (AKA Rhygin)2
Plot Summary
Ivan Martin (Jimmy Cliff) leaves the safety of a rural home to seek fame and fortune in the Jamaican city of Kingston. Once he reaches the city, he becomes the victim of theft and corruption. Disillusioned, Ivan turns to a life of crime, through which he gains notoriety as a both musician and outlaw. However, his criminal lifestyle ultimately leads to his downfall.
Cast
- Jimmy Cliff: Ivan Martin
- Janet Bartley: Elsa
- Carl Bradshaw: Jose
- Ras Daniel Hartman: Pedro
- Basil Keane: Preacher
- Bob Charlton: Hilton
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