This one has been a long time coming, and we finally got an excuse to cover it! Finally, here is the original Penitentiary from 1979, the one that started it all. A prison boxing movie about making it against incredible odds, it's definitely got that '70s sleaze factor the decade was known for, but still has a touch of the madness that the later Cannon entry would be known for.
That said, it's not particularly notable outside its well done execution and performances, though you'll see why that is in today's episode. Will we cover part 2? Yes, but not for awhile! We want to really shake it up with this summer special.
Until then, enjoy this episode as we delve into the original entry of one of Cannon's looniest sequels. It's a good one!
Randy's Score: 3/5
JD's Score: 3/5
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