Michael Philip, a Canadian-born actor, made his mark in the 1987 cult classic Big Bad Mama II, where he navigates the chaotic world of crime alongside a fierce matriarch. His role in this sequel captures the essence of exploitation cinema, blending humor and grit as the characters confront their tangled loyalties. Having moved to America at 18, Philip's journey reflects a commitment to the craft, contributing to the vibrant tapestry of 1980s grindhouse films.
Big Bad Mama II
In 1934, Wilma McClatchie's husband is shot down by police attempting to evict the McClatchies from their farm. Wilma's entry into a bank-robbing career occurs from a need for righteous revenge against Morgan Crawford, the banker who foreclosed on her home and is now running for governor of Texas. She tells her two daughters, Polly and Billie Jean: "The best way to kill a man is to destroy his dreams." So, among other things, she abducts Crawford's son, Jordan, and turns him into a willing gang member with her daughters' help. Also aiding and abetting the McClatchies in the plan is an Eastern journalist, who sees the thieving clan as his front-page ticket.
