Michael Jai White's New Film 'Outlaw Johnny Black' Pays Homage to Blaxploitation and Spaghetti Westerns
- Michael Jai White wrote, directed and stars in Outlaw Johnny Black, a comedy film that satirizes and pays tribute to Blaxploitation movies and Spaghetti Westerns.
- The plot follows Johnny Black, an outlaw seeking vengeance for his father's murder, facing obstacles and taking on false identities along the way.
- While humorous, the film also explores themes of redemption, faith, and morality with some social commentary on historical injustices.
- Outlaw Johnny Black features cast members reprising roles from Black Dynamite, and incorporates martial arts action along with traditional western elements.
- White aimed to create a unique blend of genres for the film, making references to classic westerns as well as Blaxploitation tropes.