Exploring the Badassery of Michael Jai White in 'Outlaw Johnny Black' Trail
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Michael Jai White is known for his ability to deliver thrilling action scenes and martial arts expertise, making him the perfect candidate to play any role he is given - Outlaw Johnny Black being no different.
This film follows a gunslinger intent on seeking justice for his father's murder while masquerading as a preacher in a small town. It will hit theaters nationwide on September 15.
Black Dynamite
White's success in Black Dynamite gave audiences a taste of how entertaining films that combine comedy, action and martial arts can be; since then he has gone on to star in more such movies. His performances in such genres speak volumes for his ability to perform effectively in films that don't rely on plot for comedy but instead use lighthearted humor and genuine badassery to generate laughter from audiences.
Black Dynamite was Michael Jai White's passion project. Inspired by blaxploitation films he would watch at viewing parties with friends, the film was shot using Super 16 film for an authentic 1970s aesthetic and included production errors that are common in amateur blaxploitation productions, giving an 'authentic' feel that added depth and humor to its satirical and lighthearted nature.
The plot of Black Dynamite follows an epic revenge tale. Martin Kove, an industrialist with connections to Black's father's death and attempts to subjugate Black Dynamite town with his power grab; Black, Papi and their crew embark upon their own mini-revenge against these baddies and their accomplices with guns blazing!
Black Dynamite stands out from its peers by featuring some truly hilarious scenes that will leave you laughing out loud. It embodies all the classic hallmarks of 70s sex comedy films, making for an enjoyable ride from start to finish.
White's badass skills are on full display throughout this film; its tagline "Who has the biggest penis?" proves this fact. Additionally, this movie also stars other martial artists including Byron Minns (King of Fighters) and Martyn Ford (Nightmarish).
Michael Jai White is back with another blaxploitation flick, this time targeting the b-movie Western. The Outlaw Johnny Black marks the debut film from Jaigantic Studios and while it may not be directly following in its footsteps like Black Dynamite did, its trailer gives us an idea of what we can expect. Ferrante Jones (loosely based off former NFL running back Fred Williamson) stars prominently and is seen being chased around by outlaw Johnny Black; fans should expect some hilarious and smart comedy from this flick!
The Outlaw Johnny Black
Black Dynamite served as an incubator for his latest work, The Outlaw Johnny Black. This movie serves as an spiritual sequel to 2009 blaxploitation parody and sees White reprise his role as an action movie star seeking justice in Old West America.
The Outlaw Johnny Black trailer promises an action-packed mix of comedy, action and satire similar to Black Dynamite's success. Michael Jai White stars as Outlaw Johnny Black: an outlaw cowboy seeking revenge against a powerful land baron for taking control of a small town where his land lies seized upon by him; alongside Erica Ash and Anika Noni Rose as well.
MJW is best-known for his martial arts expertise, and The Outlaw Johnny Black trailer showcases some impressive fight scenes. Additionally, White's comedic skills and its satirical overtones make for a compelling viewing experience in The Outlaw Johnny Black trailer.
White's appearance at Rock Ridge disguised as a preacher recalls one of Mel Brooks' 1974 classic film Blazing Saddles wherein an attorney for territorial attorney Hedley Lamarr rides into town on horseback, is heckled by locals and ordered by Lamarr to knock off one heckler on his horseback - this scene from Blazing Saddles is hilarious and pays a beautiful homage.
The Outlaw Johnny Black will hit theaters nationwide on September 15th under the direction of Byron Minns and written by Michael Jai White and himself.
Black Dynamite famously lampooned blaxploitation movies; The Outlaw Johnny Black takes this genre even further by exploring Western movies. This approach will likely appeal to a wider audience than Black Dynamite; fans of both genres should love this series!
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The Outlaw Johnny Black is another testament to MJW's abilities as an actor and martial arts expert, showing his unique blend of action comedy that's both captivating and funny.
MJW’s Martial Arts Expertise
Michael Jai White has long been a martial artist, possessing black belts in various martial arts classes like Shotokan, WTF Tae Kwon Do, Kumdo, Goju Ryu Okinawan Kobudo and Tang Soo Do. Through this extensive training he has developed his own distinctive fighting style that is both devastating and humorous.
When not punching his opponents, MJW writes and directs. He wrote the screenplay for Black Dynamite as well as co-writing 3 Bullets (2009) with Bokeem Woodbine which also stars him. MJW has written for several television shows such as Universal Soldier: The Return and Mortal Kombat Legacy webseries.
MJW was born in Brooklyn but at age 14 his family relocated to Bridgeport, CT which at that time boasted one of the highest crime rates nationwide - something which would ultimately shape his career path in a significant manner.
He often found himself around other nerdy students at school, yet managed to create an intimidating street persona to prevent bullying. A talented martial artist, he soon started earning money teaching at local YMCAs as well as competing and dancing competitions - which became his form of income.
His talent for mixing comedy and action landed him roles in films like The Dark Knight (2008), Black Dynamite, and Fist Fight (2013) - in addition to appearing as Marcus Williams in Tyler Perry TV show For Better or Worse.
MJW hasn't only appeared in movies; he also lends his voice to several animated productions like Static Shock and Justice League. Furthermore, he worked behind-the-scenes on stunt fighting sequences for Universal Soldier: The Return, Full Contact and Exit Wounds films.
The Outlaw Johnny Black is an exhilarating film that will appeal to fans of both comedy and action alike. Packed with non-stop action, an incredible supporting cast, and some of the finest martial arts action scenes ever seen on film, this is well worth checking out!
MJW’s Humorous Side
White's talent as a director lies in balancing serious martial arts with comedy is evident in Outlaw Johnny Black. This film, made between 1966 and 1972, showcases Black icons like Jim Brown, Fred Williamson, Richard Pryor in late '60s/70s Westerns; though sometimes crossing into goofiness it stays just shy of becoming too absurd; instead it settles comfortably into badassery, humor, and genuine faith-based drama.
White has earned the respect of martial arts practitioners worldwide thanks to his rigorous training routine, which has seen him spar with some of the top fighters in mixed martial arts (MMA). Additionally, his martial arts expertise have been showcased in action movies such as MR-9: Do or Die with Frank Grillo and Spawn; Black Dynamite as well as its sequels.
He stands out as an entertainment industry talent through his ability to use martial arts skills in an entertaining and amusing manner, which stands him apart as an unforgettable talent. The trailer for Outlaw Johnny Black contains many memorable scenes that will have fans laughing out loud; for instance when one local on horseback bemoans Hedley Lamarr (Alex Karras in Blazing Saddles), Mongo effortlessly strolls up behind them and knocks him off his horse before gently knocking out of character by knocking his horseshoes!
MJW's trailer for his upcoming film contains many entertaining and charming moments to amuse and amuse audiences, such as a scene where his character attempts to ride a large snake while carrying a loaded weapon - a hilarious parody of Tarzan and the Snake River, in which Tarzan attempts to repel an enormous snake while riding an ostrich.
MJW is one of Hollywood's premier martial artists, known for bringing his trademark blend of wry humor and high-octane action to each project he undertakes. Alongside acting and directing roles, he has studied multiple forms of martial arts training such as Jujutsu, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Kyokushin Karate Shotokan Karate Goju-Ryu Tang Soo Do Kobudo among many more.