Crowds were beginning to want more from Moore, and in particular the "Dolemite" character. In 1974, Rudy gathered all the money he had made from his records and performances (approx. $100,000) and produced his first film, DOLEMITE. Although amateurish in virtually every aspect of filmmaking, there is an incredible charm to the film, which to this day is regarded as a cult classic. From his companion (and fellow comedian) Lady Reed, his all-girl kung fu army, pimpin' clothing and decor, and incredibly outlandish characters (the Hamburger Pimp being a personal favorite), you cannot help but laugh at it while you laugh with it.

The further adventures of Dolemite were featured in the film THE HUMAN TORNADO (sometimes incorrectly referred to as Dolemite 2) in 1976. Another character from his comedy act was introduced to film in 1977 with PETEY WHEATSTRAW - THE DEVIL'S SON-IN-LAW. Also in 1977, Moore appeared in MONKEY HUSTLE as big time hustler, Goldie. Directed by Arthur Marks (Foxy Brown, Buck

town, Disco 9000) the film also starred Yaphet Kotto. In 1978, producers tried to clean up Moore's film image with DISCO GODFATHER (aka The Avenging Disco

                                                         Godfather).