Ep 9. The Wizard of Watts or Oz Ain't Got S&@# on the Wiz
- TV-MA
- January 10, 2015
- 44 min
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Black dynamite is an animated series that follows the adventures of Black Dynamite, an ex-CIA agent and vigilante who fights against crime and injustice in the inner city. In season 2 episode 9, titled "The Wizard of Watts or Oz Ain't Got S&@# on the Wiz," we see Black Dynamite and his crew taking on a new case in the Watts neighborhood of Los Angeles.
As the episode begins, we see an elderly man named Sunshine walking through the streets of Watts, telling anyone who will listen about his dream of bringing the neighborhood back to its former glory. He believes that the key to this is putting on a production of The Wiz, the famous musical adaptation of The Wizard of Oz.
However, things take a turn for the worse when the production is sabotaged by an unknown enemy. The set is destroyed and the performers are injured, leaving Sunshine devastated. Black Dynamite and his crew step in to help him figure out who is behind the sabotage and take down anyone who gets in their way.
The episode is full of hilarious moments and references to Black Dynamite's blaxploitation roots. There are also cameos from other famous black actors and musicians, such as Samuel L. Jackson and Bootsy Collins.
Despite the light-hearted tone, the episode also addresses serious issues such as gentrification, police brutality, and the importance of community. Through their investigation, Black Dynamite and his crew uncover a sinister plot to buy up the land in Watts and push out the residents. They must work together to stop the gentrifiers and protect the neighborhood.
Overall, "The Wizard of Watts or Oz Ain't Got S&@# on the Wiz" is a fun and exciting episode that combines action, comedy, and social commentary in a way that only Black Dynamite can. It's a must-see for fans of the show and anyone who loves clever and entertaining animation.