Category: Black Cinema
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Love at First Sight: The King and Hattie (Draft 1)
The King and Hattie scandalized the world with their forbidden love, but their triumph over Nazi occupation and the monarchy’s acceptance of their union will be remembered for generations to come.
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What Richard Dreyfuss Doesn’t Seem To Understand
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Richard Dreyfuss is sickened by Academy rules to make for a more inclusive film industry. He wants to vomit and that’s a good thing.
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The Row over a Black Woman Playing an African Pharaoh
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Seeing Elvis Presley Through New Eyes: A Review of Elvis
This review examines the legacy of Elvis, discussing his impact on culture and exploring his relationship with the Black community. It looks at the question of whether Elvis was a racist, an appropriator of Black culture, or simply a culture vulture, giving an in-depth look at the man and his music.
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The Unexpected Love of a King and an Actress (research)
What if King Edward and Hattie McDaniel 82 years ago and challenged the systems and institutions that Prince Harry and Meghan Markle now challenge.
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Imitation of LIfe (1934) Film Review
Film Review: Imitation of Life (1934)Hi, my name is Joey from Brego.com, and today I’m reviewing the 1934 film Imitation of Life, directed by John M. Stahl and starring Claudette Colbert, Louise Beavers, and Fredi Washington. Based on Fannie Hurst’s novel of the same name, this film captures a complex intersection of race, gender,…