A black radical activist and a young White woman find themselves drawn to one another during the politically and racially-charged atmosphere of early 1970s America.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
 Lois ChilesShelley | Shelley |
 Clifton DavisGus | Gus |
 Samuel L. JacksonStan | Stan |
| NNorthern CallowayCalvin | Calvin |
 Leonard JacksonPhil | Phil |
 Ben JonesDouglas | Douglas |
 Gilbert LewisBig Bubba | Big Bubba |
| GGisela CaldwellKaren | Karen |
 Woodie King Jr.Jerry | Jerry |
| AAndrea FryeSister Sonji | Sister Sonji |
| BBrooks CliftOfficer Hanratty | Officer Hanratty |