Billy Jack
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Billy Jack

Best from age 13 · PG · 1971 · 114 min

Billy Jack

An ex-Green Beret and martial arts expert defends a "freedom school" and wild horses from local prejudice and violence. The film addresses themes of justice, rebellion, and cultural conflict in the American West.

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What's in it

0 = none · 10 = intense

Violence & peril

Strong

7/10

Language

Moderate

3/10

Drinking, drugs & smoking

Mild

2/10

Romance & sensuality

Mild

2/10

Scary moments

Moderate

4/10

Heads up

  • Characters use martial arts to fight many attackers, resulting in injuries.
  • Some strong language and derogatory terms are used.
  • A violent sexual assault is implied, not shown directly.
  • Depicts police brutality and systemic injustice.

Models well

  • Standing up for what is right
  • Importance of education
  • Protecting nature and animals
  • Cultural understanding

Talk about it after

  • Non-violent vs. violent resistance
  • Prejudice and discrimination
  • Individual freedoms versus community rules
  • The treatment of Indigenous peoples
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Cast & crew

BILLY JACK (1971) TRAILER