Michael Jai White, known for revitalizing the Blaxploitation genre in 2009 with “Black Dynamite,” now ventures into Spaghetti Western territory with “Outlaw Johnny Black.” This comedy, featuring White as the stoic gunslinger seeking revenge, seamlessly blends humor, martial arts, and Western elements. While the humor is more subdued compared to his earlier work, “Outlaw Johnny Black” impresses with its well-crafted narrative, sincere filmmaking, and tight choreography. In the landscape of Black-helmed Westerns, White solidifies his place alongside industry greats like Poitier and Van Peebles, presenting a fresh and entertaining take on the Western hero archetype. The film emerges as a significant and enjoyable addition to the limited catalog of Black-helmed Western films. Visit 02tvseries for more!
Outlaw Johnny Black
| September 15, 2023 (United States)
Director: Michael Jai WhiteWriter: Byron Minns, Michael Jai WhiteStars: Michael Jai White, Anika Noni Rose, Erica Ash
Summary: Hell bent on avenging the death of his father, Johnny Black vows to gun down Brett Clayton and becomes a wanted man in the process while posing as a preacher in a small mining town that's be... Read all
Countries: United StatesLanguages: English
