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Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews

In-depth Black film reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community.Interested in sponsoring or advertising on this podcast? Contact us at ads@ossacollective.com. For programmatic ads, reach out to the Spreaker team below.

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45:07

Tap Dancing for White Approval - Preview to Episode...

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/05/04

This week on Black on Black Cinema, due to technical issues, we had to scrap out episode on Miss Juneteenth. However, we are recording a new preview episode to announce the next film, "Poetic Justice." The 1993 John Singleton film follows a grieving hairdresser Justice (Janet Jackson) goes on a road trip from South Central L.A. to Oakland on a mail truck alongside her friend (Regina King) and an obnoxious postal worker (Tupac Shakur). The random topic this week is all about actor Isaiah Washington

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56:24

Divisions In Our Community are Getting Out of Control...

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2023/04/12

This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, "Miss Juneteenth." The 2020 film starring Nicole Beharie tells the story of a former beauty queen and single mom who prepares her rebellious teenage daughter for the "Miss Juneteenth" pageant. The random topic this week is all about this constantly pushed divide inside the Black community that is separating Black people on every level and the internet is making it that much worse. We discuss the aspects of division that

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102:06

The Banker - Episode 241

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/04/06

This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2020 film, The Banker. The film inspired by the true story of two African-American entrepreneurs, Bernard Garrett and Joe Morris, played by Anthony Mackie and Samuel L. Jackson. Set in the 1950s and '60s, they challenge the status quo by buying banks and real estate properties in predominantly white areas to help black families secure loans and achieve financial stability. The two use a white front man, played by Nicholas Hoult, to

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52:27

Wait and See (Jonathan Majors Allegations) - Preview...

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/03/29

This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, the 2020 biographical drama, "The Banker." The story follows two African-American entrepreneurs in the 1960s who hire a working-class white man to pretend to be the head of their business empire while they pose as a janitor and chauffeur in order to buy banks to help the local Black economy. The random topic this week is all about the domestic violence allegations against rising star actor, Jonathan Majors. The hosts

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93:46

No Good Dead - Episode 240

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/03/23

This 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 lead to

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27:51

The Slap...One Year Later (Chris Rock’s Response) -...

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/03/17

This 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 one year

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106:38

Claudine - Episode 239

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/03/08

This 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 highlights the

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41:25

When Doing Nothing is Too Much - Preview to Episode 239

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/03/01

This 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 goes on to

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127:04

I Think I Love My Wife - Episode 238

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2023/02/23

This 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 marriage,

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62:30

Thoughts on The Best Man: The Final Chapters -...

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/02/15

This 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", old

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110:12

Menace II Society - Episode 237

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/02/09

Menace 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 violence

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53:12

The Needless Loss of Tyre Nichols - Preview to...

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2023/02/03

This 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.

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107:40

The Black Gestapo - Episode 236

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/01/25

This 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 and the

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34:21

From Outward Hate to Ox Tails - Preview to Episode 236

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/01/19

This 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 Socialist

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86:42

The Woman King - Episode 235

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/01/11

This 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.

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40:06

The So-Called ”Best Cuisines in the World” List -...

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2023/01/06

This 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.

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94:52

The Preacher’s Wife - Episode 234

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2022/12/09

This 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!!!!

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50:01

Black Holiday Experiences and Making Plates - Preview...

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2022/12/05

This 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?!"

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84:33

Breaking - Episode 233

Black on Black Cinema - Black Movie Reviews ·

2022/11/17

This 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 is owed

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34:25

Dear Manosphere, WTF is Your Problem? - Preview to...

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2022/11/03

This 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.

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