Burt Reynolds starred in the classic film "Deliverance"(1972) that earned critical raves and was a breakout performance from him. He also starred in the prison football film, "The Longest Yard" (1974) that still holds up to this day. (Adam Sandler later remade the movie which didn't measure up). Burt also starred along side Dolly Parton in "The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas" (1982). He moved onto television with "Evening Shade" (1990-94).
My favorite movie of Reynold's is "Sharky's Machine" (1981). I noticed that it was an updated version of the classic murder mystery "Laura" (1944). Rachel Ward appeared as a high-priced call girl. (It was a few years before her major role in the TV mini-series "The Thorn Birds"). What I love about "Sharky's" is the movie soundtrack filled with great R&B music. The songs of that era is long gone. Burt is also hilarious as this vice cop. Rest in peace Mr. Reynolds...,
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