In Episode 3 of Justin Simien’s film history docuseries “Hollywood Black,” the director looked back at the 1990s. It’s a decade in which Hollywood’s eyes were opened to the financial possibilities of ...

With a tragic hero at its heart, the Hughes brothers’ debut drama painted nuanced portraits of characters rarely fleshed out in other films. By Lawrence Ware When it was released 30 years ago, “Menace ...

African American moviegoers had mixed feelings about Poitier. Many were glad that a Black actor had achieved power and prominence in Hollywood, but as Ed Guerrero writes, “Poitier’s ‘ebony saint’ ...

Editor’s note: The following article is an op-ed, and the views expressed are the author’s own. Read more opinions on theGrio. Let me start by making one thing abundantly clear: I believe that “Menace ...

It’s been nearly 30 years since Boyz n the Hood hit the big screen, yet the film’s portrayal of racial inequality in America still remains culturally impactful today. By exploring themes of family, ...

Singleton’s first film helped redefine what Black stories could look like on the big screen, opening doors for future filmmakers. The movie’s depiction of South Central LA, fatherhood, and systemic ...

JD Vance claims that he was profoundly influenced by one particular movie as a kid — and it's probably not a film you'd expect him to love. Donald Trump's running mate recently sat down for a ...

“One out of every 21 Black American males will be murdered in their lifetime. Most will die at the hands of another Black male.” That’s the statistic that set the tone for audiences as they entered ...