In this episode of Black Death 101, hosts Nubius Black and Johnny Deth delve into the 1976 film JD's Revenge, exploring its unique blend of horror, blaxploitation, and supernatural themes. They discuss the film's plot, characters, and the cultural significance it holds within the context of 1970s cinema. The conversation highlights the themes of identity, possession, and generational trauma, as well as the film's atmospheric cinematography and strong performances. The hosts reflect on the legacy of JD's Revenge and its impact on modern horror films, concluding with a teaser for their next episode.
Keywords
JD's Revenge, blaxploitation, horror, identity, possession, generational trauma, cinema, cultural significance, 1970s films, supernatural thrillers
Takeaways
JD's Revenge is a unique blend of horror and blaxploitation.
The film explores themes of identity and possession.
Generational trauma is a central theme in the narrative.
The cinematography enhances the film's atmospheric quality.
Character development is strong, particularly with Glenn Terman's performance.
The film reflects the historical context of the 1970s in America.
JD's Revenge has gained a cult following over the years.
The film's legacy can be seen in modern horror films.
The acting in JD's Revenge is notably well done.
The film serves as a reminder that the past influences the present.
Song:
HE’s COMIN’ BACK
[Intro – Spoken, smooth and deadly]
Yeah... New Orleans after dark.
Steam risin’ off them cobblestones…
A man possessed — by rage, by memory, by somethin’ that won’t stay dead.
They call him JD... and he came back for what’s his.
[Verse 1]
Low down, the city’s moanin’,
Moonlight cuttin’ through the sin.
There’s a stranger in the mirror,
And he’s wearin’ JD’s grin.
Ain’t no priest gonna save you,
Ain’t no prayer gonna make it right.
When a brother’s soul been broken,
It’s vengeance in the night.
[Chorus – Soul choir, wah-wah guitar riffin’]
He’s comin’ back… JD’s Revenge!
From the grave, from the pain, from the end!
He’s comin’ back… can’t pretend,
You can’t kill what won’t bend!
He’s comin’ back… JD’s Revenge!
[Verse 2]
The preacher sweatin’ in his collar,
The crowd don’t hear his cries.
’Cause JD’s whisper in the shadows,
Takin’ over other lives.
Flashback blood on Bourbon Street,
A razor flash, a deadly fight.
Now the spirit’s got a body,
And he’s burnin’ for the light.
[Bridge – Funk break]
Talkin’ voice over thumpin’ bassline:
That’s right… he ain’t no ghost.
He’s a man with a purpose, a blade, and a plan.
Somebody best confess — before JD takes your hand.
[Chorus – Big, horn section blastin’]
He’s comin’ back… JD’s Revenge!
You can’t hide, you can’t defend!
He’s comin’ back… for his name and his soul,
He’s takin’ what’s his — body and whole!
[Outro – Fade, spoken over slow funk groove]
Yeah… New Orleans still remembers.
And when the wind cries low…
That ain’t no ghost you hear, baby.
That’s JD… walkin’ home.