Black on Black Cinema
482 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 314 ratingsIn-depth Black film reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community.
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No Good Dead - Episode 240
March 23, 2023 14:34 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to review the 2014 film, "No Good Deed." The film follows former district attorney Terri (Taraji P. Henson) who finds herself trapped in her home by a stranger named Colin (Idris Elba) who seeks refuge from a storm. However, as the night goes on, she begins to suspect that Colin is not who he claims to be and that her life is in danger. This psychological Black thriller explores the dangers of isolation and loneliness, and how they can lea...
The Slap...One Year Later (Chris Rock’s Response) - Preview to Episode 240
March 17, 2023 15:18 - 27 minutes - 52 MBThis week on the Black on Black Cinema podcast, the crew returns to announce the next film to be reviewed, "No Good Deed." Starring Taraji P. Henson and Idris Elba, the film follows an unstable escaped convict who terrorizes a woman and her two children. The random topic this week is all about comedian Chris Rock's latest stand-up special, Selective Outrage. We discuss our thoughts on the special as a whole and dig into Rock's response about being slapped by Will Smith at the Academy Awards ...
Claudine - Episode 239
March 08, 2023 16:52 - 1 hour - 97.6 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 1974 film, Claudine, starring Diahann Carroll and James Earl Jones. "Claudine" is a powerful film that explores the devastating impact of American welfare policies on Black families. The story follows Claudine, a single mother of six living in Harlem, as she navigates the challenges of poverty and racism. Despite facing numerous obstacles, Claudine remains determined to provide for her family and find love. This film highlig...
When Doing Nothing is Too Much - Preview to Episode 239
March 01, 2023 16:09 - 41 minutes - 37.9 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film to be reviewed, the 1974 film, "Claudine." The film follows a garbage collector who begins to court a single mom of six children. However, their relationship is put under undue stress because of the welfare system in the United States. The random topic this week is all about the creator of the cartoon Dilbert, Scott Adams after he went on a racist rant about how over 50% of Black people hate White people. Adams go...
I Think I Love My Wife - Episode 238
February 23, 2023 16:17 - 2 hours - 116 MBThis week on Black On Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2007 film, "I Think I Love My Wife," directed by and starring Chris Rock. The movie is a comedic drama that explores the themes of temptation and monogamy in a black middle-class marriage. The film follows the life of Richard Cooper, a successful investment banker, and his struggle to resist the advances of an old friend while staying true to his wife and family. Through Richard's journey, the film touches on issues of marri...
Thoughts on The Best Man: The Final Chapters - Preview to Episode 238
February 15, 2023 15:51 - 1 hour - 57.2 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to preview the next film, "I Think I Love My Wife" starring Chris Rock, Kerry Washington, and Gina Torres. The film follows a married man who daydreams about being with other women and finds his will and morals tested after he's visited by the ex-mistress of his old friend. The random topic this week is all about Malcolm D. Lee's finale to The Best Man franchise, "The Best Man: The Final Chapters." In "The Best Man: The Final Chapters", ol...
Menace II Society - Episode 237
February 09, 2023 17:40 - 1 hour - 101 MBMenace II Society is a powerful film that takes a deep dive into the theme of cycles of violence. The movie, directed by the Hughes brothers, explores the various social and cultural factors that contribute to violence, particularly within inner-city communities. The film serves as an examination of the complex interplay between individual actions, community dynamics, and larger systemic issues, and raises important questions about the role of each in perpetuating or breaking cycles of viol...
The Needless Loss of Tyre Nichols - Preview to Episode 237
February 03, 2023 17:30 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns announce the next film, "Menace II Society." The film follows a young street hustler attempts to escape the rigors and temptations of the ghetto in a quest for a better life. The random topic of the week is about the loss of Tyre Nichols at the hands of five Black police officers.
The Black Gestapo - Episode 236
January 25, 2023 17:20 - 1 hour - 98.6 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the episode is dedicated to the 1975 film, 'The Black Gestapo', a film that still can generate some serious controversy and debate today. Directed by Lee Frost, the film tells the story of a charismatic leader who creates a black supremacist group to fight against the oppression of the black community. But is this film a powerful statement or a dangerous message? We will examine all sides of the film, its depiction of Black Power, the historical context an...
From Outward Hate to Ox Tails - Preview to Episode 236
January 19, 2023 18:23 - 34 minutes - 63.9 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, "The Black Gestapo." This was also released under the name "The Black Enforcers" and "Ghetto Warriors." The 1975 American crime film follows a vigilante named General Ahmed, who starts an inner-city "People's Army" to protect the black citizens of Watts. However, when the Army succeeds in chasing the mob out of town, Ahmed is replaced by his colleague Colonel Kojah, who reforms the movement into a National Social...
The Woman King - Episode 235
January 11, 2023 18:14 - 1 hour - 79.4 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2022 film, The Woman King, starring Viola Davis, Lashana Lynch, Thuso Mbedu, and John Boyega. The film is a historical epic inspired by true events that took place in The Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries.
The So-Called ”Best Cuisines in the World” List - Preview to Episode 235
January 06, 2023 19:00 - 40 minutes - 74.7 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, we return for the first show of 2023. The hosts announce the next full film to be reviewed, "The Woman King" starring Viola Davis, Lashana Lynch, and John Boyega. The film is historically inspired by true events that took place in The Kingdom of Dahomey, one of the most powerful states of Africa in the 18th and 19th centuries.
The Preacher’s Wife - Episode 234
December 09, 2022 21:31 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns for it's final episode of 2022 on the 1996 film, "The Preacher's Wife." Starring Denzel Washington, Whitney Houston, and Courtney B. Vance. The film follows a local pastor who asks God for help with his failing church, marriage on the rocks, and his inability to make a difference in people's lives. God sends an angel named Dudley to help and thing get VERY WEIRD!!!!
Black Holiday Experiences and Making Plates - Preview to Episode 234
December 05, 2022 19:45 - 50 minutes - 45.8 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next movie, "The Preacher's Wife" starring Courtney B. Vance, Whitney Houston, and Denzel Washington. The random topic this week is all about our recent holiday family/friends experiences and the age ole Twitter controversy is back: "Do you make your man's plate before your kids?!"
Breaking - Episode 233
November 17, 2022 17:12 - 1 hour - 77.4 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2022 film, Breaking, starring John Boyega, Nicole Beharie, Selenis Leyva, and the late Michael K. Williams. Based on the 2017 real-life story of the late Brian Brown-Easley, a former Marine Corps veteran in financial trouble. Easley is concerned over the effects of this on his daughter alongside the prospects of homelessness to the point of threatening to blow up a Wells Fargo bank in order to receive payment he believes he ...
Dear Manosphere, WTF is Your Problem? - Preview to Episode 233
November 03, 2022 15:30 - 34 minutes - 64.1 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film to be reviewed, the 2022 movie starring John Boyega and Michael K. Williams, "Breaking."The random topic this week the crew delves back into the evergrowing dark side of social media. They discuss more of what the hell is going on with these wacky dudes in the "Manosphere" and its larger implications to society not just on women, but on young men being played by this dangerous grift.
Attack the Block - Episode 232
October 28, 2022 14:28 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2011 action comedy sci-fi film, Attack the Block. Starring John Boyega, the film follows a teen gang in South London defend their block from an alien invasion.
It’s Time To Let Kanye Go - Preview to Episode 232
October 21, 2022 13:08 - 44 minutes - 83.6 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the hosts return to announce the next film review on the John Boyega sci-fi film, "Attack the Block." The film follows a teen gang in South London who have to defend their block from an alien invasion. The random topic this week is all about Kanye West and his recent spiral into more outlandish anti-Black talk, anti-semitism, and just overall madness.
Nope - Episode 231
October 14, 2022 12:43 - 1 hour - 87.2 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to do an in depth review of Jordan Peele's 2022 film, "Nope" starring Daniel Kaluuya, Keke Palmer, and Steven Yeun. The film follows the residents of a lonely gulch in inland California who bear witness to an uncanny and chilling discovery.
Are Black People Becoming Politically Disillusioned? - Preview to Episode 231
October 06, 2022 16:58 - 42 minutes - 79.7 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew is back to announce the next film, Jordan Peele's 2022 "Nope," which stars Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer. The film follows the residents of a lonely gulch in inland California bear witness to an uncanny and chilling discovery. The random topic this week is about whether Black people are just getting sick of the Democratic Party and becoming politically disillusioned.
The Intruder - Episode 230
September 29, 2022 15:41 - 2 hours - 117 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2019 thriller, The Intruder, starring Michael Ealy, Meagan Good, and Dennis Quaid. The film follows a young married couple who decide to buy a beautiful house on several acres of land, only to find out that the man they bought it from refuses to let go of the property.
Black Spaces in a White World - Preview to Episode 230
September 22, 2022 15:42 - 29 minutes - 55.2 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, "The Intruder" starring Michael Ealy, Meagan Good, and Dennis Quaid. The film follows a young married couple who buys a beautiful house on several acres of land, only to find out that the man they bought it from refuses to let go of the property. The random topic this week is all about a Black woman at the University of Southern California who started a Black majorette team, a staple of HBCU (historically Black C...
Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul - Episode 229
September 15, 2022 02:09 - 2 hours - 131 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss director, Adamma Ebo's new feature-length film, "Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul." The film stars Regina Hall and Sterling K. Brown as the first lady and the pastor of a megachurch, who attempt to reopen and rebuild their congregation, following a major scandal.
Capitalist is the New N-Word? - Preview to Episode 229
September 08, 2022 14:07 - 35 minutes - 66.8 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film to be reviewed, "Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul" directed by Adamma Ebo, and stars Regina Hall and Sterling K. Brown. The film follows the aftermath of a huge scandal, in which Trinitie Childs, the first lady of a prominent Southern Baptist Mega Church, attempts to help her pastor-husband, Lee-Curtis Childs, rebuild their congregation. The random topic this week is all Jay-Z saying that being called a capitalist i...
Training Day - Episode 228
September 01, 2022 13:53 - 1 hour - 100 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew is back to discuss the 2001 crime thriller, "Training Day." The film follows a rookie cop (Ethan Hawke) who spends his first day as a Los Angeles narcotics officer with a rogue detective (Denzel Washington) who isn't what he appears to be. Conversations of the film's quality, as well as, issues of policing, Black cops v. Black citizens, the role of police, and much more.
Flewed Out, Manosphere, and Divestment Insanity - Preview to Episode 228
August 26, 2022 15:34 - 39 minutes - 72.9 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew is back to announce the next film, the 2001 film, "Training Day." The film stars Denzel Washington and Ethan Hawke. The film follows a rookie cop spends his first day as a Los Angeles narcotics officer with a rogue detective who isn't what he appears to be. The random topics this week is a series of topics from flying someone out of state for a date, insanity from the "Manosphere," and the bizarre concept of divestment inside the Black community.
The Stepmother - Episode 227
August 18, 2022 13:49 - 1 hour - 99.6 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the whole team is back to review the 2022 film, "The Stepmother." Synopsis: "After a recently widowed single father moves to a new town, a mysterious woman threatens his relationship with his son and their safety."
Nothing To Talk About- Preview to Episode 227
August 12, 2022 18:05 - 15 minutes - 28.9 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, "The Stepmother." The film follows a recently widowed single father who moves to a new town, when a mysterious woman threatens his relationship with his son and their safety. This is available on Tubi. There is no random topic this week, we just riff about some of the actors/singers involved in this movie because we couldn't find a single positive thing to chat about.
JD’s Revenge - Episode 226
July 28, 2022 14:51 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns with special guest, Deacon. The hosts go in depth on the 1976 blaxploitation film, "JD's Revenge." The film follows the murder of a gangster on Bourbon Street in 1942 New Orleans, who returns from the dead 34 years later possessing the body of a young, black law student in his quest for revenge.
Do You Love Us For Real? - Preview to Episode 226
July 25, 2022 15:02 - 27 minutes - 52 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, "JD's Revenge." The film deals with a man murdered on Bourbon Street in 1942 New Orleans, and then returns from the dead 34 years later...possessing the body of a young, black law student in his quest for revenge. The random topic this week is all about Mo'Nique and her newly dropped bombshell that she is doing a comedy special on Netflix.
Waves - Episode 225
July 14, 2022 14:24 - 1 hour - 93.2 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew (!!!!) returns to discuss the 2019 film, "Waves." The film traces the journey of a suburban family - led by a well-intentioned but domineering father - as they navigate love, forgiveness, and coming together in the aftermath of a loss.
Monique, Performative Nonsense, & Commercializing Juneteenth - Preview to Episode 225
June 17, 2022 15:37 - 47 minutes - 87.8 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, "Waves." The film traces the journey of a suburban family - led by a well intentioned but domineering father - as they navigate love, forgiveness, and coming together in the aftermath of a loss. The random topics of discussion this week are all about Monique's latest blowup, performative nonsense from white people about slavery, and the commercialization of Juneteenth.
Emergency - Episode 224
June 09, 2022 03:53 - 1 hour - 97.4 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2022 film, Emergency. The film follows three college students (2 Black and 1 Latino) who while attempting to have a have wild night out on campus at several frat parties, end up dealing with a significant issue that may endanger their lives. The three find a passed out drunk white girl in their dorm and become entangled in trying to help her while not subjecting themselves to the police and assumed bigot against them as mino...
Disparity of Police Response - Preview to Episode 224
June 03, 2022 15:32 - 32 minutes - 29.4 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, "Emergency." The film follows three college kids of color who plan on a wild night of partying but are sidetracked when they find an unconscious white girl in their dorm. Too afraid to call the police for obvious reasons, the three try to make it through the night safe and secure while figuring out what happened. The random topic this week is the difference in how police react to minorities for things like drugs ...
Strictly Business - Episode 223
May 26, 2022 17:37 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 1991 film, Strictly Business. The film follows, the uneven friendship between an ambitious Black businessman and his streetwise pal is thrown into further confusion when the professional falls in love with a mind-numbingly gorgeous waitress.
Tired of Being Tired - Preview to Episode 223
May 19, 2022 13:39 - 54 minutes - 50 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, "Strictly Business" starring Tommy Davidson, Joseph C. Philips, and Halle Berry. The film follows an uneven friendship between an ambitious Black businessman and his streetwise pal that is thrown into further confusion when the professional falls in love with a mind-numbingly gorgeous waitress. The random topic this week is our thoughts in the wake of the mass shooting in Buffalo, NY that targeted Black people at...
Confirmation - Episode 222
May 12, 2022 14:31 - 1 hour - 85.2 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2016 HBO film, "Confirmation." Confirmation is a political thriller film, directed by Rick Famuyiwa and written by Susannah Grant. It is about Clarence Thomas' Supreme Court nomination hearings, and the controversy that unfolded when Anita Hill alleged she was sexually harassed by Thomas. It stars Kerry Washington as Hill and Wendell Pierce as Clarence Thomas.
Ending Roe v. Wade Should Concern Us All - Preview to Episode 222
May 06, 2022 16:36 - 36 minutes - 67.7 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, Confirmation, the 2016 HBO film stars Kerry Washington and Wendell Pierce as Anita Hill and Clarence Thomas during his nomination hearings for Supreme Court justice. The random topic this week is all about the newly leaked SCOTUS opinion on overturning Roe v. Wade and pushing abortion rights back to the states. We discuss the direct and indirect implications of this move by the conservative court.
Swan Song - Episode 221
April 28, 2022 14:55 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2021 film, Swan Song. The film stars Mahershala Ali, Naomie Harris, Glenn Close, and Awkwafina in the near future that presents some interesting moral implications. "When a loving husband and father Cameron Turner is diagnosed with a terminal illness, he is presented with the option of sparing his family grief by having him replaced with a clone. Turner is torn about whether to discuss the option with his wife."
HBCUs Aim to Make Marijuana Business Accessible - Preview to Episode 221
April 21, 2022 14:47 - 38 minutes - 72.1 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, "Swan Song" starring Mahershala Ali, Naomi Harris, and Glenn Close. The film takes place in the near future, where a terminally ill man explores a heart wrenching, emotionally complex solution to save his wife and son from grief by duplicating himself without them knowing. The random topic of the week is all about HBCUs making a real push to get young Black students a start in the legal marijuana business as the ...
Single Black Female - Episode 220
April 14, 2022 13:19 - 1 hour - 107 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the film, Single Black Female. The movie follows Monica who is looking for a fresh start as she tries to land a gig as the host of an afternoon talk show. She soon become close friends with her new assistant, Simone, a deranged woman who plans to take over Monica's life for good.
The Supreme Court Just Got Better- Preview to Episode 220
April 08, 2022 18:51 - 28 minutes - 53.6 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, "Single Black Female" which is about Monica who is looking for a fresh start as she tries to land a gig as the host of an afternoon talk show. She soon become close friends with her new assistant, Simone, a deranged woman who plans to take over Monica's life for good. The random topic this week is all about Ketanji Brown Jackson being confirmed as the first Black woman on the Supreme Court and what that means for...
Master - Episode 219
March 31, 2022 03:17 - 1 hour - 75.5 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2022 film, "Master," starring Regina Hall and Zoe Renee. The film tells the story of three Black women striving to find their place at a prestigious New England university that may disguise something sinister.
The Slap Special!
March 29, 2022 13:44 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MBThe crew returns early this week for a special episode to discuss the now infamous slap that actor Will Smith delivered to comedian Chris Rock during the 2022 Academy Awards live on TV. We breakdown what happened, the reactions online, the hot takes, and give our own thoughts on this intense moment between two Black celebrities!
We Have To Be There Too - Preview to Episode 219
March 24, 2022 14:26 - 34 minutes - 64.2 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, "Master," starring Regina Hall and Zoe Renee. The film follows two African American women who begin to share disturbing experiences at a predominantly white college in New England. The random topic of the week is about Jay's recent experience on jury duty for a serious crime that had a suspect who was a young Black man.
Lakeview Terrace - Episode 218
March 18, 2022 01:18 - 1 hour - 99.6 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the film, Lakeview Terrace. The film stars Samuel L. Jackson, Patrick Wilson, and Kerry Washington. The movie follows married couple Chris and Lisa Mattson looking forward to a blissful new life together. That is until they meet their new neighbor Abel Turner. Getting off to a bad start, things only get worse as the new homeowners come to realize that Turner is angered by their interracial relationship.
Dad Talk: Cuz I Said So! - Preview to Episode 218
March 10, 2022 04:02 - 30 minutes - 56.1 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next movie, Lakeview Terrace, about a racist cop who harasses an interracial couple who move into the house next to him. The random topic this week is just Jay and Micah chatting it up about their kids in another session of dad talk to keep things light as news surrounding Black folks this week is all pretty heavy and negative.
The Photograph - Episode 217
March 02, 2022 14:59 - 1 hour - 83.2 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the film, The Photograph starring Issa Rae and LaKeith Stanfield. The film follows a series of intertwining love stories set in the past and in the present.
Joe Rogan’s History of Bigotry - Preview to Episode 217
February 17, 2022 19:01 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next movie, "The Photograph" about a series of intertwining love stories set in the past and in the present. The film stars Issa Rae and Lakeith Stanfield. The random topic this week is about the fallout of comedian/podcaster Joe Rogan and his unearthed use of the N-word amongst other bigoted statements when it comes to Black people.
Sylvie’s Love - Episode 216
February 09, 2022 14:56 - 1 hour - 97.3 MBThis week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the film, Sylvie's Love starring Tessa Thompson and Nnamdi Asomugha. The film follows a young woman named Sylvie who has a summer romance with a saxophonist, Robert, who takes a summer job at her father's record store in Harlem; when they reconnect years later, they discover that their feelings for each other have not faded with the years.