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Human Tornado

Rudy Ray Moore (Actor), Ernie Hudson (Actor), Cliff Roquemore (Director) Rated:
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Format: Blu-ray
4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 294 ratings
IMDb6.1/10.0
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Dolemite (Rudy Ray Moore) is back and badder than ever in The Human Tornado! After being run out of town by a racist sheriff, Dolemite returns to LA only to discover that Queen Bee's (Lady Reed) club has been taken over by the mafia. On top of that they have also kidnapped two of Queen Bee's top girls! With the law hot on his tail, Dolemite rounds up the toughest Kung-Fu fighting badasses in Southern California to take on the mob, culminating in one of the craziest surprise endings in blaxploitation film history!

Wilder and more over the top than its predecessor, The Human Tornado is a non-stop assault on the senses, combining comedy, action, horror, and jaw dropping weirdness, featuring supporting performances from Ernie Hudson, Jimmy Lynch and world karate champion Howard Jackson. Vinegar Syndrome proudly presents The Human Tornado on Blu-ray, restored from original 35mm vault elements.

Bonus Features:
1. Scanned & restored in 2k from 35mm vault elements
2. "I, Dolemite II" making-of documentary
3. Soundtrack
4. Radio Spot
5. "Der Bastard" - German dubbed version
6. Commentary track w/ Rudy Ray Moore's biographer, Mark Jason Murray and co-star Jimmy Lynch
7. Audio interview w/ director Cliff Roquemore and martial arts champion Howard Johnson
8. Original theatrical trailers for both DOLEMITE & THE HUMAN TORNADO
9. Original cover artwork by Jay Shaw
10. Reversible cover artwork
11. English SDH Subtitles

Product details

  • MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ R (Restricted)
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.7 x 7.5 x 5.4 inches; 8.32 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ VS-121
  • Director ‏ : ‎ Cliff Roquemore
  • Media Format ‏ : ‎ NTSC, Widescreen
  • Run time ‏ : ‎ 1 hour and 36 minutes
  • Release date ‏ : ‎ May 31, 2016
  • Actors ‏ : ‎ Rudy Ray Moore, Ernie Hudson, Jimmy Lynch, Lady Reed, Jerry Jones
  • Studio ‏ : ‎ Vinegar Syndrome
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B01EAIZM0K
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 2
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars 294 ratings

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Matt Z.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great low budget film. Probably the best crafted of my fave Rudy Ray Moore films
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2013
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When I was a teenager my brothers and I rented this film so long ago. It was ridiculous (but not inept) and the lackluster production values only ENHANCED the entertainment.

UNFORTUNATELY, as stated by other viewers....the DVD edition of this film omits a few scenes. Since I do not have a VHS copy of the film, I'm only aware of the shortened segment where the gang carjack a gay man for a ride (which leads to hilarity, done in a humorous style)

If someone should ever get their hands on the RIGHTS to these titles, I would love to see them restored. I've seen quite a few at retro theaters and this film as well as THE DISCO GODFATHER both appear much clearer on the big screen than these sometimes less than archival transfers.

THE FILM:

Hilarious. Everything from RRM's sexual "interrogation" which brings down the house, to Rudy jumping down a hill top buck naked (the viewer is given a replay "So, you think I didn't JUMP??!! Well check this **** out!" ) to the comedic character acting of the sheriff just scream a blatantly ridiculous but tremendously entertaining low budget film. DARE I FORGET TO MENTION the "South American" Karate Champion who conveniently appears at the party with nunchakus??

It's so bad, it's BRILLIANT. In the spirit of entertainment there is hardly a dull moment in the film. In fact, I think it's grown on me to the point of more appreciation. Although it doesn't have the abrupt ending that DISCO GODFATHER has (which was terrifyingly hilarious) I think the fact that Rudy comes out of a set up victorious is pretty hilarious.

If you're a fan of Rudy's films this is a must have for your collection. Too bad it's not entirely complete.

*Since Rudy was alive during the rereleasing of these films, it's obviously a shame that he wasn't approached for a commentary.

-The extras are the same as all the films in the "Dolemite Collection", poorly shot and recorded on location glimpses of Rudy's remembrances.
If you are patient, these can be informative as well as entertaining. It's just a shame less attention was given to making a stellar product and review. Hell, if I were a FILM STUDENT i would have done this as part of my thesis. It's a shame Rudy hasn't gotten the respect he's due as a low budget film maker.

JAMIE FOXX..... where ARE you????????!!

(Rudy Ray Moore bio anyone?? I have ALWAYS felt that Jamie would be the PERFECT RRM.... in particular the DISCO GODFATHER opening dance)

Great nostalgic films. Great fun in a bad way.
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KLR
5.0 out of 5 stars The best of the best
Reviewed in the United States on January 9, 2014
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Here it is folks - The Godfather of blaxploitation. There is none better the Dolemite. If you are new to the game here, this is Rudy Ray Moore bringing his most famous character from his night club comedy act to life, in the sequel to DOLEMITE. This is a sequel that outdoes the original, and is the gold standard for all that is good about blaxploitation. Its Star Wars for blaxploitation. When other try to honor the genre (Black Dynamite) it is this movie they point to. Its a movie made by guys who love movies, have a story to tell, and have a great time telling it.

Action, kung fu, bizarre characters, sex, romance, jokes, culture, guns, a racist sheriff who looks like Kenny Rogers in a leisure suit, its all here. I mean, any movie where the director feels inclined to mention his Zodiac sign in the credits - its a classic. I love this genre, and this is the king of of them all.
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Will Castle
5.0 out of 5 stars Best karate fight scene ever filmed
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2022
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You like stylishly dressed brothers kung-fuing some rednecks into last week? If so, the sped up action halfway through this gem is worth all the gratuitous nudity it takes to set up the plot.
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Paul S. Person
4.0 out of 5 stars Better Than the First
Reviewed in the United States on June 27, 2021
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This is that rare bird: a sequel that is better than the original movie.
And the reason is quite simple: it has a much clearer plot.
Even if the redneck sheriff is a bit much. Even by Southern standards.
If you found the first film worth watching, you should find this one worth watching too.
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Bruce Gilbert
3.0 out of 5 stars Nothing beats the original Dolemite
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2020
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These three stars are really more out of kindness, as I feel guilty giving it any less.

I've been a fan of Rudy Ray Moore since 1997, when I first saw the original Dolemite, and that movie defines what it means to be 'so bad, that, it's good'. In Dolemite, barely any of the performers seemed sober while the camera work and editing were an abomination, but that's what made it great! It was a prime example of what NOT to do, if you wanted to make a living in making movies, and to this day, I still empty out the liquor cabinet and host a viewing party.

Human Tornado is Dolemite's follow-up. For all intents and purposes, it truly is a better film, and as odd as this may sound, that ruins everything. Just like Dolemite, Human Tornado is a raunchy action film with tons of silliness, and this time, the film is more polished. Gone are the fumbled stunts, the poor editing, and the accidental shots of microphones and crewmembers.

Good to have in the collection of any loyal Rudy Ray Moore fan, but clearly not the rare gem that Dolemite was.
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keyer-nicole edwards
5.0 out of 5 stars A TRUE CLASSIC!!!
Reviewed in the United States on February 13, 2014
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The first one I received was warped, but they sent me a new one with no hesitation. Very satisfied with the service of amazon and the other company. I will always order from amazon. Not only am I a Dolemite fan, but an Amazon fan too. Thanks, Amazon!!!
Absolutely, loved, loved the movie...Rudy Ray was amazing.....Can u dig it!!!!
I would recommend Petey Wheatstraw, and Dolemite as well....Hell, get the whole collection, you can't go wrong with Rudy Ray Moore...he's a legend!!!!!!
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Seven
5.0 out of 5 stars A cinematic masterpiece!
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2021
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Dolomite is back and out for blood! Great movie!
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P. Farvour
5.0 out of 5 stars The Human Tornado
Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2020
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Dolemite at his finest and the quintessential RRM. Enough said.
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Carolyn Llewellyn
5.0 out of 5 stars The Most Bonkers Blaxploitation Film of All Time
Reviewed in Canada on September 2, 2016
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One of the wackiest, most bonkers Blaxploitation films of all time, The Human Tornado is a superior film to the original Dolemite starring the one and only Rudy Ray Moore. Vinegar Syndrome has done an incredible job bringing this sequel to Blu-ray. Check out their other Rudy Ray Moore releases as well, you won't be disappointed!
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zak
5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Reviewed in Canada on June 3, 2017
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Rudy Ray Moore is a master poet and lover and the bluray is packed with respect.
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Barrington seaton
3.0 out of 5 stars Great old school
Reviewed in Canada on June 23, 2017
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Great old school
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Molly Landgraff
1.0 out of 5 stars Only scene in the movie I liked.
Reviewed in Canada on August 17, 2017
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Bought this for the Mrs Cavaletti scene. Only scene in the movie I liked.
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