Penitentiary II 1982
"He's too fast...too quick...and two fisted — He's "Too Sweet" and he's back for revenge!"
In Penitentiary II (1982), ex-convict "Too Sweet" (Leon Isaac Kennedy) steps back into the ring after parole, hoping to leave his violent past behind.
Director: Jamaa Fanaka
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penitentiary II (1982) about?
Penitentiary II follows ex-convict "Too Sweet" as he tries to rebuild his life through boxing, only to be drawn back into violence when a prison enemy kills his girlfriend. Now, he must fight his way through the underworld to settle the score.
Who directed Penitentiary II?
Penitentiary II was directed by Jamaa Fanaka, a filmmaker known for his work in action and crime dramas during the blaxploitation era.
Who stars in Penitentiary II?
The film stars Leon Isaac Kennedy as "Too Sweet," alongside Glynn Turman, Ernie Hudson, Mr. T, and Peggy Blow in key roles.
Is Penitentiary II (1982) worth watching?
Penitentiary II delivers a raw, high-energy story with strong performances and a compelling revenge plot. While it lacks an official IMDb rating, its cult status among fans of 80s action-crime films makes it a must-watch for genre enthusiasts.
How long is Penitentiary II?
Penitentiary II has a runtime of 108 minutes, packing a full punch of drama and action into nearly two hours.
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About Penitentiary II (1982) — A Gritty Fight for Redemption and Revenge
In Penitentiary II (1982), ex-convict "Too Sweet" (Leon Isaac Kennedy) steps back into the ring after parole, hoping to leave his violent past behind. But when a vengeful prison rival resurfaces and murders his girlfriend, the former boxer must confront his demons and reclaim his legacy in the ring. Directed by Jamaa Fanaka, this gritty action-drama blends raw urban energy with themes of redemption and retaliation.
Set against the dimly lit boxing rings and backstreet gyms of 1980s Los Angeles, Penitentiary II delivers a no-holds-barred story of survival and second chances. With Leon Isaac Kennedy leading the cast alongside Glynn Turman and Ernie Hudson, the film crackles with intensity, making it a standout in the blaxploitation-inspired crime-drama genre.