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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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All Episodes

94:49

Scream (2022)

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2022/04/11

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the fifth installment of the horror franchise “Scream”. Ghostface is back after twenty-five years and on the kill again. Back also are some other familiar faces. The film stars Jenna Ortega, Melissa Barrera, Reggie Conquest, Jasmin Savoy Brown, Chester Tam and Mason Gooding. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever

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66:55

Stir Crazy

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2022/04/04

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the box office hit comedy “Stir Crazy” about an audacious white man convincing his reluctant Black friend to ditch New York for sunny Los Angeles. However, their trip is cut short when they’re falsely accused of a bank robbery and land in jail instead. The film stars Richard Pryor and was directed by Sidney Poitier. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren Listen to Black Men

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80:58

Turning Red w/ Alex Song-Xia

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2022/03/28

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review Pixar’s newest animated film “Turning Red”, a coming of age story about Chinese-Canadian teenage girl, Mei, who turns into a big red panda when she feels just a little too excited. The film is directed by Domee Shi and stars Rosalie Chiang and Sandra Oh. Support Our Short Film! https://igg.me/at/BMCJThresholdfilm/x/3467301#/ Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren Listen to Black Men

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70:56

Kimi

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2022/03/21

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review “Kimi”, a thriller film about an agoraphobic tech employee who accidentally witnesses a violent crime. In order to get justice for the victim, she must conquer her greatest fear which is stepping out of her apartment and into the world. The film stars Zöe Kravitz as the lead, Robin Givens, and Jamie Camil. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In

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65:15

The Five Heartbeats and A Day to Die w/ Leon

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2022/03/14

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the classic tale of fictional R&B group “The Five Heartbeats” with special guest and one of the stars of the film, Leon. They discuss the roadblocks for black directors and actors getting their films scene in the mainstream, and how it came to play even in Leon’s latest project “A Day to Die” which was directed by Wes Miller. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren Listen to

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72:05

The Art of War

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2022/03/07

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the somewhat action packed film “The Art of War” from 2000 about an agent for the Secretary of Defense of the United Nations. He goes undercover to clear his name after being falsely accused for murdering a Chinese official during boring trade talks. The film stars Wesley Snipes and Marie Matiko. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In

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82:55

Marry Me

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2022/02/28

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review “Marry Me” a romantic comedy about pop star Kat Valdez who impulsively marries an incredibly annoying stranger from her own concert. It stars Jennifer Lopez, Maluma, and Michelle Buteau. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren 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

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87:16

Bruised

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2022/02/21

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the 2021 film “Bruised” which features the story of disgraced MMA fighter, Jackie Justice, who struggles to overcome her current and past troubles when her 6 year-old son, Manny, ends up back in her life. The film is directed by Halle Berry and stars herself alongside Danny Boyd, Shamier Anderson, and Sheila Atim. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren Listen to Black Men Can't

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69:26

The Tragedy of Macbeth

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2022/02/14

James and Jonathan review the 2021 release of “The Tragedy of Macbeth,” starring Denzel Washington, which is a black and white interpretation of William Shakespeare’s iconic play where a lord will stop at nothing to fulfill a three-witch prophecy to become King of Scotland. Even with blood on his…and his lady’s hands. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on

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71:13

Gridiron Gang

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2022/02/07

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the 2006 film based on the real life story of how a man working at an American juvenile detention camp formed a football team, the Kilpatrick Mustangs, to help reform select teen inmates. The film stars Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Xzibit, and Jade Yorker. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus:

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74:11

The Matrix Resurrections

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2022/01/31

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the latest of the Matrix franchise: The Matrix Resurrections. Neo is once again challenged to determine whether his reality is truly real and how to survive an even stronger Matrix. The film stars Keanu Reeves, Priyanka Chopra, and Yahya Abdul-Mateen II. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus:

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72:33

West Side Story w/ Glo Tavarez

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2022/01/24

James, Jerah, and Jonathan are joined by comedian Glo Tavarez to review the latest retelling of the classic American musical West Side Story where two rival gangs go to war over love and for territory. The film stars Ariana DeBose, Rita Moreno, and David Alvarez. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, Alex Ramsey, and Tracy Soren Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus

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75:10

Encanto w/ Alise Morales

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2022/01/17

James, Jerah, and Jonathan are joined by comedian Alise Morales to review the story of how Mirabel, a seemingly ungifted child growing up in the mountains of Colombia, ends up saving her family, The Madrigals, and their precious magic from imminent danger. The film was directed by and stars Stephanie Beatriz, Jessica Darrow, Diane Guerrero, and Wilmer Valderrama. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Edited by Diane Kang Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men

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83:05

The Perfect Holiday

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2021/12/20

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the 2007 film, “The Perfect Holiday,” starring Gabrielle Union and Morris Chestnut. It’s about a mom who feels lonely during the holidays so her daughter asks the mall Santa, a struggling songwriter, to give her mom a compliment. It was directed by Lance Rivera and also stars Charlie Murphy, Katt Williams, Faizon Love, Terrence Howard, and Queen Latifah. Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus

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81:41

Friday After Next

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2021/12/13

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the 2002 buddy comedy “Friday After Next.” When Santa Claus robs Craig and Day-Day’s apartment, they must get jobs as security guards at the mall so they don’t get evicted. The film stars Ice Cube, Mike Epps, John Witherspoon, Don “D.C.” Curry, Anna Maria Horsford, Clifton Powell, Terry Crews, and Katt Williams. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on

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73:20

Red Notice

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2021/12/06

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review Netflix’s film, “Red Notice.” Starring Dwayne Johnson, the movie is about a supposed FBI agent that teams with a con artist to chase down the world’s greatest art thief in order to clear his name. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: http://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW BLACK MEN CAN'T JUMP [IN HOLLYWOOD]:

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89:58

Eternals ft. William DeMeritt

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2021/11/29

James and Jerah are joined by actor and writer William DeMeritt to discuss Marvel’s Eternals, a movie about a race of immortal superheroes who have lived on earth for thousands of years and then reunite to battle the Deviants.The film was directed by Chloé Zhao and stars Gemma Chan, Kumail Nanjiani, Brian Tyree Henry, Lauren Ridloff, Don Lee, Harish Patel, and Salma Hayek. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In

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88:36

King Richard

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2021/11/22

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the story of how Richard Williams, father of Venus and Serena Williams, helped train and shape his daughters to become the biggest tennis stars in the world. The film was directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green and stars Will Smith, Aunjanue Ellis, Saniyya Sidney, and Demi Singleton. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus:

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70:47

The Harder They Fall

Black Men Can"t Jump [In Hollywood] ·

2021/11/15

James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the Netflix western, “The Harder They Fall,” about an outlaw who assembles his gang after his enemy is released from prison. The film stars Jonathan Majors, Idris Elba, Zazia Beetz, Regina King, Delroy Lindo, Lakeith Stanfield, RJ Cyler, Danielle Deadwyler, Edi Gathegi, and Deon Cole. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus:

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84:46

The 24th

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2021/11/08

This week James, Jerah, and Jonathan review the 2020 film, “The 24th,” about soldiers in the Black 24th Infantry Regiment who were involved in the deadly 1917 Houston riot. The film stars Trai Byers, Bashir Salahuddin, Aja Naomi King, Mo McRae, Tosin Morohunfola, and Mykelti Williamson. Produced by Melisa D. Monts Executive produced by Brett Boham, Joe Cilio, and Alex Ramsey Listen to Black Men Can't Jump [In Hollywood] Ad-Free on Forever Dog Plus: https://foreverdogpodcasts.com/plus FOLLOW

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