The Hard Ride is a 1971 action film about a U.S. Marine who promises to take care of a dead friend's motorcycle and is threatened by a rival biker gang in the process. The film was written and directed by Burt Topper and stars Robert Fuller, Sherry Bain, and Tony Russel.
Production It was known during production as Bury An Angel (1970)."Elizabeth Hartman Signed" Martin, Betty. Los Angeles Times 14 April 1970: e11.
The soundtrack was released on the Paramount Records label (PAS 6005) the same year as the picture was released and features a mix of pop and folk rock songs, including a rendition of "Swing Low, Sweet Chariot" sung by Bill Medley. All songs were arranged or written by Harley Hatcher.
Reception Reviews were mixed. Some praised the fact that there was more depth to the film than most other biker flicks,"Biker Film With Message" Thomas, Kevin. Los Angeles Times 12 May 1971: d12. while others have found the movie unoriginal and preachy.
See also List of American films of 1971 Easy Rider Hippie exploitation films
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