Blu-ray Review – Drum

1976's "Drum" is a sequel to "Mandingo," and the feature is thrilled to share that information in the opening moments of the movie. Hitting the viewer with a recap of previous events, overdosing on faces and places before the new film has a chance to breathe, "Drum" is eager to replicate the formula that made its predecessor such a hit. Director Steven Carver is happy to oblige hungry viewers, serving up heaping helpings of sex, violence, and issuing so many racial slurs, it could make a Grand Dragon blush. It's raw stuff, feral and shameless, and the picture largely succeeds as a provocative Blacksploitation offering, flopping when attempting anything more ambitious. Read the rest at Blu-ray.com