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Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood]

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood]

Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] is a comedic podcast that reviews films with leading actors of color and analyzes them in the context of race and Hollywood's diversity issues. Hosted by Jonathan Braylock, Jerah Milligan, and James III. BMCJ is an iTunes Editor's Choice podcast and has reached #2 on the iTunes Film/TV charts. BMCJ has also been covered by multiple websites including Huffington Post, Splitsider, Salon, The Daily Dot, and more.

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64:57

Till

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2023/01/02

Jerah and Jonathan review the biopic “Till” retelling the true story of 14-year-old Emmett Till’s brutal lynching in 1955 while in Mississippi. It follows the tragic aftermath and how his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, made the brave decision to show the world what happened to her child. The film was directed by Chinonye Chukwu, co-written by Keith Beauchamp and Chinonye Chukwu, and stars Jalyn Hall, Danielle Deadwyler, Frankie Faison, Whoopi Goldberg, Sean Patrick Thomas, and John Douglas Thompson

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64:45

Annie (2014)

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/12/19

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the 2014 remake of musical “Annie”. In this rendition, little orphan Annie from Harlem meets a billionaire running for New York City mayor, who adopts her to better his campaign. The film stars Quvenzhané Wallis, Jamie Fox, Cameron Diaz, and Eden Duncan-Smith. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus:

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80:26

Fantasy Football

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/12/12

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review Paramount+’s family comedy “Fantasy Football''. The story unfolds when a failing NFL player’s daughter, who is gifted in academics and Madden, discovers she can control her dad’s real-life performance via her gaming console. Hilarity ensues. The film is directed by Anton Cropper, co-written by Zoe Marshall, and stars Marsai Martin, Omari Hardwick, Rome Flynn, and Kelly Rowland. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett

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78:33

The Nutty Professor (1996)

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/12/05

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the 1996 classic remake of “The Nutty Professor” about scientist, Sherman Klump, who ingests his own miraculous weight-loss product in the hopes of swooning his crush, Carla Purty. However, a fight for control ensues when his skinnier alter ego, Buddy Love, turns out to be as cruel as he is charismatic. The film stars Eddie Murphy, Jada Pinkett Smith, Jamal Mixon, and Dave Chapelle. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham,

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76:09

Soul Men

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/11/28

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review 2008 comedy “Soul Men” about a successful musical duo that break up at their peak of fame. 20 years later, they suddenly must go on a cross-country trip to perform together at a tribute concert at the New York City Apollo Theater. This film is directed by Malcolm D. Lee and starring Samuel L. Jackson, Bernie Mac, Isaac Hayes, Sharon Leal, Affion Crockett, Mike Epps, John Legend, and Jackie Long. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by

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78:27

Beast

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/11/21

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the lion-packed thriller “Beast” which tracks a recently widowed doctor and his two teenage daughters traveling in South Africa. They find themselves being actively stalked and haunted by a lion because only three can be alpha. The film stars Idris Elba, Leah Jeffries, Iyana Halley, Mel Jarnson, Anzor Alem, Daniel Hadebe, and unfortunately does not star James’s daughter rolling over for the first time. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive

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129:22

Black Panther: Wakanda Forever w/ Melisa D. Monts

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/11/14

James Jerah and Jonathan are joined by Producer Melisa D. Monts to review the 2022 sequel to Marvel’s Black Panther, Black Panther: Wakanda Forever. In the aftermath of T’Challa’s death, Queen Ramonda, Shuri, M'Baku, Okoye work to protect Wakanda from outside forces. The film is written by Ryan Cooglar Joe Robert Cole, and directed by Ryan Cooglar. It stars Letitia Wright, Lupita Nyong'o, Danai Gurira, Winston Duke, Tenoch Huerta, and Angela Bassett. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive

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88:10

Wendell & Wild

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/11/07

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the animation feature “Wendell & Wild” which follows two demon brothers, Wendell and Wild, who have not only an evil nun nemesis to deal with but also her altar boys. The film stars the voices of Jordan Peele, Keegan-Michael Key, Lyric Ross, Tamara Smart, James Hong, Ving Rhames, Ramona Young, Angela Bassett, Gabrielle Dennis, Natalie Martinez, David Harewood, and Igal Naor. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe

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93:30

Barbarian

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/10/31

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review 2022 horror film, "Barbarian," starring Georgina Campbell who plays a woman who rents a home, and discovers there's an unwanted guest there, other than the man that's already occupying the house. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]:

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89:12

Black Adam

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/10/24

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review DC Film’s latest superhero live-action “Black Adam”. It follows a former-slave, Black Adam, who seeks vengeance for his imprisonment since about 5,000 years have passed into present-day. He finds himself challenged by the Justice Society: Hawkman, Dr. Fate, Atom Smasher and Cyclone. The film stars Dwanye ‘The Rock’ Johnson, Sarah Shahi, Quintessa Swindell, Aldis Hodge, Mohammed Amer, and Viola Davis. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive

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81:44

The People Under the Stairs

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/10/17

James and Jonathan review the 1991 horror-comedy “The People Under the Stairs” about a young boy by the name of Fool who breaks into his family's landlords’ house. There, he discovers that they’re in fact incestuous adult siblings who have imprisoned boys under the stairs inside the home. The film is written and directed by Wes Craven, and it stars Brandon Adams, Ving Rhames, Kelly Jo Minter, Conni Marie Brazelton, and Bill Cobbs. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive

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64:40

DC League of Super-Pets

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/10/03

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the children’s animation feature “DC League of Super-Pets.” Based on the original comics, Krypto the Super-Dog becomes jealous of Superman’s relationship with Lois Lane and meets other pets as new friends. Krypto and his new fellow pet friends end up having to save the human Justice League when they all come to their own super powers. The film is voiced by Kevin Hart, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Diego Luna, Dascha Polanco, Jameela Jamil, Yvette Nicole Brown, Maya

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93:02

The Woman King w/ Shakira Paye

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2022/09/26

Jerah and Jonathan, along with special guest Shakira Paye, review the game-changing time period action feature “The Woman King.” The story is set in the 1800s, following a group of all-female warriors whose responsibility is to protect the fictional African kingdom Dahomey. The film is directed by Gina Prince-Bythewood and stars Viola Davis, Lashana Lynch, Thuso Mbedu, Sheila Atim, Jayme Lawson, and John Boyega. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe

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77:46

Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul. w/ Melisa D. Monts

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/09/19

James, Jerah and Jonathan along with guest Melisa D. Monts, review the mockumentary comedy “Honk for Jesus. Save Your Soul.” It follows a disgraced pastor and first lady of a megachurch, who attempt to rebuild their congregation following a major scandal. The film is written and directed by Adamma Ebo and stars Regina Hall, Sterling K. Brown, Austin Crute, Nicole Beharie, and Conphidance. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey

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64:35

Lady Sings the Blues w/ Sura Khan

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/09/12

James, Jerah and Jonathan along with special guest Sura Khan, review the 1972 Oscar-nominated Billie Holiday biopic “Lady Sings the Blues”. It follows the iconic jazz singer's life from childhood into her controversial music career and eventual drug addiction. The film is co-written by Suzanne de Passe and stars Diana Ross, Richard Pryor, Billy Dee Williams, and Virginia Capers. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey Listen to

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72:30

Devil In A Blue Dress

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/09/05

James, Jerah and Jonathan review the 1995 neo-noir ‘Devil in a Blue Dress’. A Black man gets involved in a political scandal after he’s hired to find a mysterious white woman. The film is written and directed by Carl Franklin, and stars Denzel Washington, Don Cheadle, and Jennifer Beals. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus:

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68:45

Day Shift

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/08/29

This week James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the 2022 Netflix film, “Day Shift.” The Vampire movie follows Bud Jablonsk, a father and a vampire hunter, who moonlights as a pool cleaner. It stars Jamie Foxx, Snoop Dogg, Meagan Good, and Karla Souza. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]:

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57:54

Posse

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/08/22

Jerah and Jonathan review the 90’s western “Posse” which follows a group of Black soldiers with one white tag-along that are all on the run after they’re betrayed by their colonel. The film has a large ensemble cast starring Mario Van Peebles, Melvin Van Peebles, Tommy Lister Jr., Salli Richardson, Isaac Hayes, Blair Underwood, Tone Loc, Charles Lane, Robert Hooks, Pam Grier, Vesta Williams, Big Daddy Kane, Nipsey Russell, Richard Gant, Reginald VelJohnson, Faizon Love, Aaron Neville, Washington

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70:25

Prey w/ Jana Schmieding

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/08/15

Jerah and Jonathan are joined by Jana Schmieding to review the fifth installment of the “Predator,” franchise, Prey about a Comanche warrior who protects her family from an alien predator that hunts humans. The film stars Amber Midthunder, Dakota Beavers, Michelle Thrush, Stormee Kipp, Julian Black Antelope, and Bennett Taylor. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on

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59:17

The Man From Toronto

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2022/08/08

Jerah and Jonathan review the Netflix action-comedy “The Man From Toronto”. After a man mistakenly walks through the wrong hotel room, he finds himself assisting a world class assassin…who sucks at being an assassin. The film stars Kevin Hart and Jasmine Mathews. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN

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