It’s no secret Black Dynamite is a throwback to the Blaxploitation films of the ’70’s and it makes no apologies for the genre. What it does is capitalizes on the essence of these films and produces a loving homage to the genre; from the sloppy film editing to the over the top acting this film is one of the greatest period parodies since Austin Powers — International Man of Mystery.
Scott Sanders has assembled an All-Star cast who have no trouble bringing the preposterous story to full life. Black Dynamite (Michael Jai White who co-wrote the screenplay) remains supercharged throughout as he stops at nothing to bring justice back to the streets.
The story carries all the essential elements in its arsenal, including an exploding car which made me feel like I was suddenly watching a Starsky and Hutch episode. Visually it remains true to the times including some really fantastic animated sequences. From start to finish the story pops like an old record but manages to stay on track setting up a truly exciting, wild and crazy ending.
Make no mistake, Black Dynamite is a comedy spoof but it has an “R” rating for a reason. It’s raunchy but clever and upholds a stereotypical silky smooth elegance, like Billy Dee Williams sipping an ice-cold Colt .45 Malt Liquor.
Grab your Nun chucks and your best Leisure Suit and jump on board with Black Dynamite; you’ll have a pimpin’ good time.