Richard 'Pistol' Allen
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Richard "Pistol" Allen was the king of the shuffle styled drum beat at Motown records in the early 60s, second only to Motown drummer extraordinare Benny 'Papa Zita' Benjamin. When Benjamin wasn't available to play, Allen was called in to replace him. Allen played drums on major Motown hits such as The Supremes's "Baby Love", The Four Tops's "I Can't Help Myself", 'Jr. Walker"s "How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You)" and 'Martha & the Vandellas" "(Love Is Like a) Heat Wave". Allen still loved to play the Detroit local music scene, and even after his stint with Motown he continued to be seen from time to time playing in Detroit nightclubs throughout the city, until his illness. Allen is also an intricate part of the documentary _Standing in the Shadows of Motown: The Story of the Funk Brothers (2002)_ , which depicts the life as a Motown musician in the 60s; reflecting the ups and downs of being a faceless figure of the Motown sound. Died: June 30, 2002 in Royal Oak, Michigan, USA (cancer) - IMDb Mini Biography By: Van Whistler
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Richard 'Pistol' Allen reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 1 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Richard 'Pistol' Allen's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 100% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Richard 'Pistol' Allen remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in Standing in the Shadows of Motown, which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Richard 'Pistol' Allen Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Richard 'Pistol' Allen's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Richard 'Pistol' Allen.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | Standing in the Shadows of Motown | Himself | Hit | Similar → |
Richard 'Pistol' Allen - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Richard 'Pistol' Allen?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Richard 'Pistol' Allen is "Standing in the Shadows of Motown" with a rating of 6.9/10.
How many movies has Richard 'Pistol' Allen acted in?
Richard 'Pistol' Allen has been featured in at least 1 major films throughout their career.