Velvet Smooth is a 1976 American blaxploitation film directed by Michael Fink and starring Johnnie Hill, Owen Watkin, and Frank Ruiz. The film follows the exploits of Velvet Smooth, a private detective who is hired to help a client who is in trouble with a notorious numbers racket. As Velvet investigates the case, she goes undercover and becomes involved in a dangerous game of cat and mouse with the racketeers.
The film features a number of classic blaxploitation elements, including a funky score, a tough-as-nails protagonist, and plenty of violence and sex. Hill is charismatic in the lead role, and the film's low-budget aesthetic and gritty cinematography give it an authentic feel.
Despite its sleazy reputation, Velvet Smooth has developed a cult following over the years, with some fans hailing it as an underrated gem of the genre. While it may not be for everyone, those who appreciate the raw energy and style of classic blaxploitation cinema will find much to enjoy in this gritty crime thriller.