On this day March 14 1980 the action drama Defiance premiered in theaters. Directed by John Flynn the film starred Jan-Michael Vincent as a drifter who finds himself standing up against a violent street gang in a tough New York neighborhood. The cast also included Art Carney and Theresa Saldana adding depth to the gritty urban drama.
Defiance followed the story of a man who reluctantly takes on the role of a protector for a struggling community terrorized by a ruthless gang. The film blended action suspense and social commentary making it a cult favorite among fans of 80s street justice films.
80s insight: Defiance was one of several gritty crime dramas directed by John Flynn who was also known for the Charles Bronson film Rolling Thunder.
Defiance followed the story of a man who reluctantly takes on the role of a protector for a struggling community terrorized by a ruthless gang. The film blended action suspense and social commentary making it a cult favorite among fans of 80s street justice films.
80s insight: Defiance was one of several gritty crime dramas directed by John Flynn who was also known for the Charles Bronson film Rolling Thunder.
