Bad Black
Bad Black

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Bad Black

2016
Movie
72 min
English

A mild-mannered doctor is trained in the art of ass-kicking commando vengeance by a no-nonsense ghetto kid in an effort to regain a family heirloom from Uganda’s toughest gang.

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IMDb7.1/10
Director: Nabwana I.G.G.Genres: Action, Comedy, Horror

Plot Summary

In the slums of Uganda, a former child soldier named Wesley Snipes, now a feared crime lord, terrorizes the community. A young boy named Richard, whose family has been torn apart by Snipes' violence, decides to take matters into his own hands. With the help of a local kung fu master and a vigilante known as 'The Black Ghost,' Richard embarks on a mission of revenge against the ruthless gangster.

Critical Reception

Bad Black is a cult phenomenon, celebrated for its raw energy, inventive filmmaking on an extremely low budget, and over-the-top action sequences. It gained international attention through online festivals and word-of-mouth, becoming a prime example of the unique "Wakaliwood" cinematic movement. While not critically reviewed in the traditional sense by major outlets, it's adored by fans for its DIY spirit and sheer entertainment value.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its incredible creativity and resourcefulness despite a minuscule budget.

  • Celebrated for its unique blend of action, comedy, and horror elements.

  • Seen as a landmark film for Ugandan cinema and the "Wakaliwood" movement.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on a budget of approximately $200, and many of the props and special effects were made from recycled materials. The director, Nabwana I.G.G., often voices the movie's trailer himself, becoming an iconic part of the Wakaliwood experience.

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