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Cotton Comes to Harlem (1970)

1h 37m 1970 United States of America

Harlem's vibrant community becomes the target of Rev. Deke O'Malley, who deceitfully promises that meager contributions will buy land in Africa. As police officers Gravedigger Jones and Coffin Ed Johnson investigate the con, they discover the stolen cash hidden within a bale of cotton. The situation escalates when the money mysteriously disappears, prompting a chaotic race involving O'Malley, the police, and various other interested parties. The film combines humor and social commentary, exploring themes of trust and exploitation within the community.

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