One of the first films to depict the life of an urban black family in the 1970’s, Claudine is boosted by a strong script and excellent acting. Written by Lester Pine and Tina Pine, it’s directed by John Berry, blacklisted in the 1950’s for his supposed involvement with the communist party. Berry helmed Claudine after more than twenty years exiled in France. The films star
Often referred to as the “black American Graffiti,” Cooley High certainly has a similar style to the George Lucas classic, avoiding a linear narrative in favor of moving from vignette to vignette, with help from an unforgettable Motown soundtrack. Both films explore the optimism that comes with being a teenager, but Cooley High looks at it from the black perspective. Set in 1964, Cooley High
[AMAZONPRODUCTS asin=”B00JHH1VDC”]Throughout the history of television, there have been countless shows that experienced significant turmoil during their run, with cast members coming and going, word of backstage strife, and the inevitable downturn in quality. However, few shows managed to experience such incredible highs and incredible lows in just four seasons on the air as Welcome Back, Kotter. Created by stand-up comic/actor Gabe Kaplan and Alan