Advanced search

An intimate portrait of a trailblazing entertainer who navigates the highs and lows of his lengthy showbiz career, and a complex relationship with his superstar brother, tap dance legend Gregory Hines.

This documentary short follows a 90 year old great-great grandmother on her trek to vote for Barack Obama in the 2008 Pennsylvania Primary. Having voted all her life, this is the first time she's had the opportunity to vote for a Black man for the office of President of the United States.

Philadelphia filmmaker Michael Dennis crafts a hilarious mockumentary about MC Breakout (John Canada Terrell of She's Gotta Have It), a middle-aged rapper who has struggled to make a name for himself for over 20 years.

Poet Ursula Rucker is best known for her musical collaborations with The Roots, King Britt and 4Hero. This intimate performance film, featuring appearances by Sonia Sanchez, Saul Williams and Gil Scott-Heron provides a glimpse into what makes her one of the most acclaimed artists of her generation.

Derek and his best friend, Clint wait in a deserted neighborhood for Cynthia, "The Girl of Derek's Dreams" to arrive for their first date. As time passes, cynicism and doubt test Derek's faith. Sometimes waiting can be "The Hardest Part."

True story of MC Breeze, aka Joey B. Ellis, who overcame childhood adversity to form his own record label in 1986. His single, "Discombobulatorbubulator," was the first rap record to be banned from radio. As a recording artist for MC Hammer he composed and performed the Theme Song for Rocky V (Go For It). After Hammer's legendary bankruptcy, he returned home to Philadelphia only to suffer dual tragedies that only his love for music could help heal.

A young man visits the son he bore 13 years earlier. Through the course of one afternoon, they come to respect one another as men.

An intimate portrait of world renowned, Philly based dance music diva, best known for her work with producers King Britt and 4-hero. After years of hard work, she's ready to do things on her own.

Ladies And Gentlemen Jordan Rock is a glimpse into the world of 20 year old stand-up comedian Jordan Rock. Following in the footsteps of his older brothers Chris and Tony (and cousin Sherrod) is the ultimate challenge. Can he find his voice and make a name for himself on the new york comedy scene?

Long-running Philadelphia Public Access show highlighting African-American filmmakers, actors, comedians and musicians. Hosted by award-winning filmmaker Mike D.

Hour long special from our May 2016 interview session with the late Dick Gregory.

An exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at Philly's hottest female duo as they prepare their new band to prepare their new band to perform at Black Lily, the weekly alternative soul music showcase they founded in 1999. Black Lily has helped develop the careers of dozens of artists including Jill Scott, Kindred The Family Soul, Floetry and Jazmine Sullivan, who all appear in the film.

What Jackie Robinson meant to the world of sports, Sidney Poitier meant to the world of film. After being passed the torch by Paul Robeson, Poitier was faced with the dilemma of being Hollywood's lone Black superstar at a time when the only other African-American at the studio was the shoeshine boy. As a product of his time, he provided an image for Blacks to be proud of during the civil rights movement. However, as times changed, he was vilified by more radical voices for not challenging the status quo. Film historian Charles Woods (The Talking Black Podcast) examines his true legacy in this video essay presented by Reelblack.

Historian Charles Woods explores how the depiction of slavery in American film has been used to support and maintain the system of White Supremacy.

Savages, Servants and Specialty Acts (2020 - Work-In-Progress) Slavery never ended. It is time we break the chains. While the physical enslavement of Africans may have been abolished in the United States in 1865, the mental enslavement of Blacks worldwide continues. Savages, Servants and Specialty Acts, demonstrates how Black Identity is largely dictated by The White Imagination. Using rare film clips and archival footage, Film historian Charles Woods demonstrates how we were indoctrinated into a belief system of White Supremacy and Black Inferiority through the use of the motion picture and perpetuates itself in all mass media. From the Tarzan movies of the 1930s to Black Panther and Queen and Slim, the subversive tricks still exist-even when Black filmmakers are in control.

Earliest known document of the now-famous comic, when his star was still on the rise.