As a movie enthusiast with a soft spot for cult classics that leave a lasting impact, I can wholeheartedly say that Black Dynamite is undeniably one of those films. The brilliance of Michael Jai White’s performance and the unforgettable lines that fans still quote today make it an enduring favorite.
The movie “Black Dynamite,” starring Michael Jai White in the title role, is undeniably a cult favorite. Its humor is rich and enduring, with lines that fans continue to repeat even today, much like “Borat.” Among these memorable quotes, some stand out as classics such as Dr. Wu’s “Kung-Fu treachery zest,” the hilarious “Who the hell is interrupting my kung-fu?”, and the iconic “I threw that sh*t before I walked in the room!”. However, according to Cedric Yarbrough, who spoke the line, it was spontaneously improvised.
In a chat with MovieWeb, we discussed Cedric Yarbrough’s significant dramatic role in Clint Eastwood’s “Juror #2”. However, we couldn’t resist delving into his past experiences, particularly on “Black Dynamite”. When I enquired about fans who often express their intentions to wage war against drug dealers in the community, Yarbrough chuckled and said, “[They say] ‘I’m going after anyone who sells drugs in the neighborhood!’
“That was such a cool film to do.”
In the film “Black Dynamite,” Yarbrough portrayed the character Chocolate Gidyup, a figure involved in both drug dealing and pimping, distributing illicit substances within the community. Reflecting on his role, Yarbrough mused:
“Michael Jai White, the talented writer Michael Jai White, wrote that. This specific character and line were spontaneously created. It always cracks me up when a character remains courageous despite witnessing others getting beaten up by Black Dynamite. I felt like Cocolate Gidyup isn’t a hero; he’s just as scared as anyone else could be. After all, Black Dynamite is endangering his livelihood. So why not be truthful? ‘Hold on, this is what I do. Don’t interfere with what I’m trying to do here. I’m trying to sell drugs here.’
Remarkably, Cedric Yarbrough’s characters in “Black Dynamite” and “Juror #2” have been humorously compared. In Clint Eastwood’s latest film (which could be his last), Yarbrough portrays Marcus, a juror with strong bias against the drug-dealing defendant, following the loss of his own brother. “It’s amusing that you mentioned that,” he commented. “You know, Chocolate Gidyup from ‘Black Dynamite’ speaks about introducing drugs into the community. Similarly, Marcus King is also troubled by gang violence in his neighborhood.
Will ‘Black Dynamite 2’ Ever Happen?
In 2009, the movie “Black Dynamite” quickly gained popularity and became a cult favorite. It was famous not only for its funny dialogues but also for its impressive action sequences, with Michael Jai White, a martial artist since childhood, performing all the stunts himself. The film developed a dedicated fan base and even led to an animated TV series on Adult Swim. Sadly, a sequel, “Black Dynamite 2,” was never made.
Last year, Michael Jai White explained to The Hollywood Reporter why Black Dynamite 2 didn’t come to fruition. He stated that it felt like he was starting the project from scratch again. After the initial release of Black Dynamite, White started writing a script, but wasn’t satisfied with the final version. Instead, this script was revised and turned into The Outlaw Johnny Black, which is widely regarded as a spiritual successor to Black Dynamite.
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2024-12-14 23:01