The film itself was panned by the critics but at the same time Raquel Welch's performance was hailed as her best performance up to that time. I personally enjoyed the film having been a big Roller Derby fan for many years.
I think what made Raquel so much bigger than life, in addition to her incomparable beauty, was that quality she had when it came to being the focus of attention. She laughed it off so slyly and never acted offended. Raquel was always larger then life and she was a big presence on screen in any film she was in. Very underrated as an actress and comedienne. Her 1967 USO show and Christmas Special with Bob Hope were something special and I cannot believe the New York Times did not mention that service to her country in her obituary
I remember the movie well Raquel Welch was awesome in this movie The World of roller derby wow must see to appreciate hardcore acting and skating good movie two thumbs up
This was one of the best sports movies of the 70s, every bit as good as Slap Shot or Rocky. Unfortunately Roller Derby has faded from the public consciousness so it isn't nearly as well remembered as those movies.
This is considered a drama type of movie but the trailer gives the feel it isan action/comedy. When I saw it I was somewhat disappointed but still ....I was entertained. Shame they didnt make this more in the ways of Slap SHot. Who knows....it couldve been a big hit.
This reporter attacked by Raquel Welch in this film is Drop Dead Gorgeous, sexiest than hell and extremely adorable aswell. I am so in love with him. He remind a lot of Charles Martin Smith.🤩😍😘🥰❤
It's like a "heel" turn in wrestling. The plot of the movie was this manager guy(Kevin McCarthy) wanted Raquel to lose the match race, so she turned against her teammate, and the race was loser leaves town. But at 2:47, its obvious who won the match race😃
Never seen this movie and the trailer certainly does not excite me. I only heard about this because of a Phil Ochs song called Kansas City Bomber and they never used it in the film pity it is actually a good song.
Rest In Peace Raquel Welch!! Such A Natural Beauty!! ❤💫
The film itself was panned by the critics but at the same time Raquel Welch's performance was hailed as her best performance up to that time. I personally enjoyed the film having been a big Roller Derby fan for many years.
me too. I remember this movie, at least parts of it. i always remember her holding up the ribbon and the great music coming on.
It wasn’t panned.
I think what made Raquel so much bigger than life, in addition to her incomparable beauty, was that quality she had when it came to being the focus of attention. She laughed it off so slyly and never acted offended. Raquel was always larger then life and she was a big presence on screen in any film she was in. Very underrated as an actress and comedienne. Her 1967 USO show and Christmas Special with Bob Hope were something special and I cannot believe the New York Times did not mention that service to her country in her obituary
About 1971-1972, I used to watch a lot of roller derby on channel 20 WDCA Washington D.C. I was 10 or 12. What a sport.
So did I. The team from Baltimore. Can't remember their name.
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wrestling on wheels!
Me also same age.. Skinny Mini Miller I remember a lot.. I used to see live in Canada.
Se miss you for ever Raquel WELCH
she is just so beautiful then and now
I remember the movie well Raquel Welch was awesome in this movie The World of roller derby wow must see to appreciate hardcore acting and skating good movie two thumbs up
Raquel's best performance.
this movie is perfect!!😍
Don't know why people/critics dump on her and the film. I thought it was a good film too.
This was one of the best sports movies of the 70s, every bit as good as Slap Shot or Rocky. Unfortunately Roller Derby has faded from the public consciousness so it isn't nearly as well remembered as those movies.
This movie is the reason I couldn't sleep at night when I was in the 4th grade.
I know what you mean
I saw this at the Drive in. My Mustang, those were the days😢
wow :)..... Other than cartoons, my saturday mornings in the 80´s consisted of Pro Wrestling and Roller Derby
Saturday Morning...
It's Not Just For Cartoons Anymore!
I was cheering for raquel welch
This is considered a drama type of movie but the trailer gives the feel it isan action/comedy. When I saw it I was somewhat disappointed but still ....I was entertained. Shame they didnt make this more in the ways of Slap SHot. Who knows....it couldve been a big hit.
I love Raquel.
Helena Kallionates is Drop Dead Gorgeous and sexiest than hell in this film. She is the greek-american Parker Posey of the 70s.🤩😍😘🥰❤
you should have seen our 70s Greek goddess...Chantal Contouri..
I didn't think I could love Rachel more.
This reporter attacked by Raquel Welch in this film is Drop Dead Gorgeous, sexiest than hell and extremely adorable aswell. I am so in love with him. He remind a lot of Charles Martin Smith.🤩😍😘🥰❤
"In the world of roller games, there's room at the top for only one"
Who said youtube isn't educational? All these years I thought roller games could handle 3 or 4 at the top. Boy was I wrong.
Roller Games and Roller Derby were to different leagues
Roller Derby is really a sport. Roller Games is only a show like WWE.
I think you meant "two"
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I only made it to 3rd grade
@@philippemonteret5326 Both leagues had fixed games
And showmanship
The legend ralphie valladeres was in this film.
I'm guessing Will Ferrell got his Ron Burgundy character from that reporter. Or is that actually Will Ferrell?
The Hollywood Theatre presents KANSAS CITY BOMBER
MON, APR 01 AT 7:30PM 35mm print to boot!!!! This was filmed in Portland , yowza!
RiP Raquel died suddenly 🥲
WOW........
must have been a lot of broken ankles on this one
hang on...she was doing the WWF good guy vs bad guy trashtalk across host routine...with a member of her own team??
It's like a "heel" turn in wrestling. The plot of the movie was this manager guy(Kevin McCarthy) wanted Raquel to lose the match race, so she turned against her teammate, and the race was loser leaves town.
But at 2:47, its obvious who won the match race😃
t/y...saw it long ago, but forgot plot...I knew she looked incredible..
why did she attack the reporter😂?
she was fighting the other girl and he got in the way.
Cos he wearing glasses.
because it was in the script.
where is the bomb?
Edgier than Linda Blair in Roller Boogie.
This movie portrays Roller Derby as a shoot, when in fact its really a work.
Rollerball was after this eh? Hmmm.
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i disagree with punching
Never seen this movie and the trailer certainly does not excite me. I only heard about this because of a Phil Ochs song called Kansas City Bomber and they never used it in the film pity it is actually a good song.
lolz number 25 0:07
such a disappointment. no one got bombed
Did I see a fat woman who in The Misery film? Or it is me?
Some of the dudes looks rather small.
This movie was delightfully terrible.
I just farted!!!
very bad trailer
On a t#$#$$ ..do dah ..do dah...all the do dah day long.. guess who sweetheart....!??????!???
why does it seem women on the same team argue and fight with each other. wouldn't be more interesting if they were on opposite teams