Electra Glide In Blue (1973)
Synopsis
The only thing good-hearted motorcycle cop John Wintergreen (Blake) wants is to become a detectiveto wear a big Stetson, smoke fancy cigars and be paid to think. So when he stumbles upon a dead body, he takes on the case and proves his stuff! But as soon as he's promoted, the corruption he must tolerate makes the Stetson not fit so well and the cigars not taste so good. Forced to confront his own disillusionment, Wintergreen heads out on his bike, the Electra Glide, where he makes another shocking discovery - one that could cost him his life!
Awards
1973: Cannes Film Festival: Nominated for Palme d'Or (Best Film)
1973: Golden Globes: Nominated for Best Actor - Drama (Robert Blake)