Movies

Two wannabe Black American princesses aim to marry rich men, who will pay for their world's first combination hair salon and soul food restaurant.

Directors Robert Townsend and Quincy Newell offer this comprehensive and hilarious examination of the history, evolution and cultural significance of...

A British documentarian profiles washed-up diva Jackie Washington as she prepares for her comeback concert.

Rudy Ray Moore tells all as only he can in this all-new retrospective legendary career. From his humble beginnings to his crowning as "King of the...

Book of Love delivers humor along with the mysteries of unrequited love and relationships gone bad. The film's story line focuses on three men...

In the 1920s, the rights of American workers to join a labor union was still considered an open question, and African-Americans were routinely denied...

A failed window dresser exploits a being with rat-like features in an effort to make money.

Joseph is the youngest member of a large family that owns a successful garment business in Los Angeles. His father, Jacob, makes no attempt at hiding...

Cultural theorist Stuart Hall offers an extended meditation on representation. Moving beyond the accuracy or inaccuracy of specific representations,...

Ms. Pat finds laughter in the absurdities of parenting, pet lovers and very unfortunate lip trends as she unpacks a painful past with humor and...

Wembley Stadium hosts a concert featuring stars from the fields of music, comedy and film, in celebration of the 70th birthday of imprisoned ANC...

Legendary comedian Richard Pryor's friends and admirers host a tributary party in his honor during which clips from his movies, shows and stand ups...

A fictionalized drama about the first women to enter the U.S. Military Academy in 1976 and the reactions they faced.

From his discovery by a priest while serving time at the Missouri State Penitentiary to the infamous 'Phantom Punch' by Cassius Clay which...

Ocean a 27-year-old highly-motivated mother has found her calling in managing a neighborhood apartment building along with the residents and the...

Five college buddies start their own moving business only to find themselves tangling with sleazy competitors and the mob.

15 year old Brendan Willy hates himself for being un-cool when he falls in love with the girl of his dreams. Enter Mr. Five, a no good tempter from...

This documentary praises comedian Richard Pryor by showing fragments of various shows Pryor made and having famous comedians talk about the...

Louis Gossett, Jr, Robert Townsend and Andre Braugher come together to each direct a short story, all of which are interconnected through themes of...

Director Robert Townsend (Hollywood Shuffle) knows how to construct and, when necessary, even milk a laugh for optimal effect. This second riotous...