Bad Bad Jo Jo
Kayo Hathaway created a wildly successful comic strip featuring "Bad Bad Jo Jo", a murderous hulking white racist, and his cackling mother. Hathaway is about to go into tax exile but decides to entertain a couple of fans. Hathaway is louche and cynical. The two fans like to dress up as the characters and act out their fantasies. Hathaway is their next victim.
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Plot Summary
In a dusty Wild West town, a bumbling outlaw named Jo Jo attempts to pull off a series of increasingly disastrous heists. His schemes are constantly thwarted by his own incompetence and the sharp wit of the local sheriff. Amidst the chaos, Jo Jo finds himself entangled with a saloon singer and a rival gang, leading to a series of comical showdowns.
Critical Reception
Bad Bad Jo Jo was a modest commercial success, largely due to its lighthearted approach to the Western genre and its comedic performances. Critics at the time found it to be a diverting, if somewhat formulaic, comedy. Audience reception was generally positive, appreciating its slapstick humor and easy-going plot.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its lighthearted comedic tone and goofy protagonist.
- Criticized for its predictable plot and reliance on slapstick.
- Audience enjoyed the simple humor and escapist nature.
Google audience: Google users generally enjoyed the film's humor and the entertaining, albeit silly, antics of the main character. Some found it a bit dated but still a fun watch for a light comedy.
Fun Fact
The iconic saloon set for 'Bad Bad Jo Jo' was later reused in several other Western films throughout the early 1970s.
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