of unrelieved violence... that the grisliness depicted so graphically in 'Across 110th Street' is true to life is undisputable; it's the manner and extent of its depiction on the screen that's deplorable." In 1973, veteran black Chicago journalist Lu Palmer opened his alternative newspaper Black X-Press Info Paper with a review of Across 110th Street. He reflected that the film was particularly thoughtful and well-acted compared to many other low-budget blaxploitation pictures of the era and noted that “this flick ought to be carefully studied — again, for its images and messages.” Across 110th Street presently holds a score of 82% at Rotten Tomatoes, based on 17 reviews. Soundtrack The soundtrack of Across 110th Street reflects the mood and historical context of the film. The songs were written and performed by Bobby Womack, while the score was composed and conducted by J. J. Johnson. Made up of gritty and brooding funk, the soundtrack echoes the dark themes and imagery of the film. The critically praised title song was a No. 19 hit on the Billboard Hot Soul Singles chart in 1973 and was later featured in Quentin Tarantino's 1997 blaxploitation homage Jackie Brown. Its lyrics reflect the broader themes of impoverishment and desperation in the film, where characters feel beaten down by poverty and must do whatever it takes to stay alive. Track listing "Across 110th Street" (performed by Bobby Womack and Peace) (US #56, R&B #19) "Harlem Clavinette" (performed by J. J. Johnson and his Orchestra) "If You Don't Want My Love" (performed by Bobby Womack and Peace) "Hang On In There (instrumental)" (performed by J. J. Johnson and his Orchestra) "Quicksand" (performed by Bobby Womack and Peace) "Harlem Love Theme" (performed by J. J. Johnson and his Orchestra) "Across 110th Street (instrumental)" (performed by J. J. Johnson and his Orchestra) "Do It Right" (performed by Bobby Womack and Peace) "Hang On In There" (performed by Bobby Womack and Peace) "If You Don't Want My Love (instrumental)" (performed J. J. Johnson and his Orchestra) "Across 110th Street – Part II" (performed by Bobby Womack and Peace) Personnel Unidentified orchestra including Carol Kaye – electric bass Emil Richards – percussion See also List of American films of 1972 List of hood films References External links . 1972 films Blaxploitation films 1970s crime action films 1970s action thriller films 1970s crime thriller films American crime action films American action thriller films