film review
REVIEW: ‘Juanita’ charmingly centers Black woman self-care and power
March 14, 2019Juanita mixes drama and laughter to tell a story of a Black woman who prioritizes self-care in order to not be eaten alive by the rat race of life.
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‘President Evil’: Horror at the box office and ballot box
October 31, 2018The film releases on Halloween, but the real horror is still to come if there isn't some major change on Nov. 6.
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‘The Hate U Give,’ a moving portrayal of Black duality
October 15, 2018The film delivers a decisive and clear message about societal injustices and police brutality, while also packaging it in a way that isn’t too preachy.
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“Dayveon”: Growing up poor and Black in rural Arkansas
September 15, 2017Dayveon, the central character in Amman Abbasi’s new film, is a study in contrasts. He lives amidst great beauty and great danger.
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Loving the Lovings: A must-see film
January 1, 2017I spent part of my summers in North Carolina around those years as a kid. Watching Loving was like being there again. The beautiful countryside brought back old memories.
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