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Are you ready to delve into the world of fresh and captivating cinema? 2023 is brining us a line-up of amazing movies, directed by talented Black artists. READ: 31 New Holiday Movies Releasing in 2023 With Black Leads From heart-warming romantic comedies to suspenseful thrillers, these films are sure to leave you on the edge of your seat. Get ready to be entertained, moved and inspired, as we take a look at the must-watch movies released in 2023 by Black and Brown directors. So sit back, grab some popcorn and get ready for a cinematic journey like no other. Check back as we'll update this as new movies are released. https://www.youtube.com/watch?vqiQvFKfpCi4 All Dirt Roads Taste of Salt Tender caresses and enveloping embraces are portals into the life of Mack, a Black woman in Mississippi. Winding through the anticipation, love, and heartbreak she experiences from childhood to adulthood, the expressionist journey is an ode to connection — with loved ones and with place. Director: Raven Jackson Writer:Raven Jackson Cast:Moses Ingram, Sheila Atim, Chris Chalk, Charleen McClure, Reginald Helms Jr., and Zainab Jah Where to Watch: VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?vRU_nIBpoaow The Color Purple "The Color Purple" remains true to its source material, Alice Walker's Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, and the acclaimed Broadway musical adaptation. It's a celebration of sisterhood, resilience, and empowerment, with a powerful emphasis on the voices and experiences of Black women. Director: Blitz Bazawule Writer: Alice Walker Cast: Taraji P Henson, Danielle Brooks, Fantasia, Corey Hawkins, Colman Domingo, Louis Gossett Jr., David Alan Grier, Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Deon Cole, Corey Hawkins, and H.E.R. Where to Watch: In theaters https://www.youtube.com/watch?v5_4RlHpqVWM American Fiction Based on Percival Everett's acclaimed novel "Erasure," the film follows the journey of Thelonious "Monk" Ellison, portrayed by Jeffrey Wright. Monk is a respected author and English literature professor who finds himself at odds with the expectations of the publishing world. As his latest novel is deemed "not Black enough" by publishers, Monk grapples with the intersection of his artistic integrity and the commercial demands of the industry. The story takes a poignant turn when Monk's family faces tragedy and his ailing mother requires care beyond their means. In a moment of defiance, Monk creates a pseudonymous novel laden with Black clichés, only to witness its rapid success and Hollywood's eager interest. Director: Cord Jefferson Writer: Cord Jefferson Cast: Jeffrey Wright, Tracee Ellis Ross, John Ortiz, Erika Alexander, Leslie Uggams, Adam Brody, Keith David, Issa Rae, and Sterling K. Brown. Where to Watch: In theaters https://www.youtube.com/watch?vY9d2G3l3UO4 Candy Cane Lane It centers on Chris (Eddie Murphy) and his quest to win the annual Christmas home decoration contest. However, a deal with a mischievous elf named Pepper (Jillian Bell) goes awry, bringing the 12 Days of Christmas to life and causing chaos in the town. Chris, his wife Carol (Tracee Ellis Ross), and their three children must break Pepper's spell and save Christmas for everyone. Director: Reginald Hudlin Writer: Kelly Younger Cast: Eddie Murphy, Tracee Ellis Ross, Jillian Bell, Thaddeus J. Mixson, Madison Thomas, Genneya Walton,Ken Marino, David Alan Grier, Nick Offerman, Danielle Pinnock, and more. Where to Watch: Prime Video https://youtu.be/19ikl8vy4zs?si8gb7EQlaYO0iCdwf The Equalizer 3 Since giving up his life as a government assassin, Robert McCall finds solace in serving justice on behalf of the oppressed. Now living in Southern Italy, he soon discovers his new friends are under the control of local crime bosses. As events turn deadly, McCall becomes their protector by taking on the mafia. Director: Antoine Fuqua Writer: Richard Wenk Cast: Denzel Washington, Dakota Fanning Where to Watch: VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?vo9_UteTT9wA The Strays A light-skinned Black woman's meticulously crafted life of privilege starts to unravel when two strangers show up in her quaint suburban town. Director: Nathaniel Martello-White Writer: Nathaniel Martello-White Cast: Ashley Madekwe, Bukky Bakray, Jorden Myrie, Samuel Small, Maria Almeida, Justin Salinger Where to Watch: Netflix https://www.youtube.com/watch?appdesktop&v2JHKRGIXKqY The Outlaw Johnny Black Cowboy Johnny Black vows to gun down Brett Clayton, the man responsible for the death of his father. He soon becomes a wanted outlaw while posing as a preacher in a small mining town that's been taken over by a notorious land baron. Director: Michael Jai White Cast: Michael Jai White, Anika Noni Rose, Byron Minns, Erica Ash, Glynn Turman, Kevin Chapman, Barry Bostwick, and more. Where to Watch: VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?vVZURYBlvdFc Cinnamon “Cinnamon” tells the story of Jodi, a small-town gas station attendant with remarkable singing talent and ambitious dreams. However, things become complicated when a robbery occurs at her workplace. Director: Bryian Keith Montgomery Jr. Writer: Bryian Keith Montgomery Jr. Cast: Hailey Kilgore, Damon Wayans, Pam Grier, David Iacono, and Jeremie Harris Where to Watch: Tubi https://www.youtube.com/watch?vFL0y_1MM5Jo Jagged Mind A woman plagued by blackouts and strange visions discovers she's stuck in a series of time loops, possibly related to her mysterious new girlfriend. Director: Kelley Kali Writer: Allyson Morgan based on her book Cast: Maisie Richardson-Sellers, Shannon Woodward Where to Watch: Hulu https://youtu.be/Rn1jHPh55TE?siyhWQBqgNPuXkiWzg Brother The film revolves around Francis and Michael, played by Pierre and Johnson, who are the sons of Caribbean immigrants growing up in Toronto’s early hip hop scene of the 90s. A mystery unfolds during the sweltering summer of 1991, and escalating tensions set off a series of events that change the course of the brothers’ lives forever. ‘Brother’ crafts a timely story about the profound bond between siblings, the resilience of community and the irrepressible power of music. Director: Clement Virgo Writer: Clement Virgo Cast: Lamar Johnson, Aaron Pierre, Marsha Stephanie Blake, and Kiana Madeira Where to Watch: VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v4lBqMhZ3NBg Rustin The film 'Rustin' gives audiences a sneak peek into the story of Bayard Rustin, an instrumental but often overlooked figure in the civil rights movement. At the heart of 'Rustin' lies the narrative of Bayard Rustin, the visionary mind behind the historic 1963 March on Washington. Director: George C. Wolfe Cast: Colman Domingo, Chris Rock, Glynn Turman, Aml Ameen, Gus Halper, CCH Pounder, Da’Vine Joy Randolph, Johnny Ramey, Michael Potts, Lilli Kay, Jordan-Amanda Hall, Jakeem Powell, Grantham Coleman, Jamilah Rosemond, Jules Latimer, Maxwell Whittington-Cooper, Frank Harts, Kevin Mambo, Carra Patterson, Bill Irwin, Cotter Smith, Adrienne Warren, Jeffrey Wright, and Audra McDonald. Where to Watch: Netflix https://youtu.be/uwmDH12MAA4?simgGLr4WuhEqkMud4 The Marvels The movie follows Carol Danvers (Brie Larson), Kamala Khan (Iman Vellani), and Monica Rambeau (Teyonah Parris), whose powers somehow become entangled across different universes. Whenever teenaged Khan uses her Marvel powers, she finds herself switching places with any of the other Marvels, sending both of them to unexpected corners of the galaxy. Director: Nia DaVosta Cast: Iman Vellani, Teyonah Parris, Brie Larson, Samuel L Jackson Where to Watch: In theaters https://youtu.be/JdM2voAE-ok Kokomo City After building a name for herself producing for artists like Lil Wayne, Ciara, and Andre 3000, D. Smith will celebrate her directorial debut this year with "Kokomo City." The project centers on the lives of four transgender sex workers in New York and Georgia, inspired by Smith's own life experiences. Director: D. Smith Where to Watch: VOD https://youtu.be/KxrKw48sHHY Sisters The film tells the story of sisters Diamond (Angelia) and her sisters, Tia and Tara (Lil Mama, Aubert). Raised by their grandmother, their lives are greatly impacted by her influence. When the family learns she has cancer and needs surgery urgently, the sisters need to find a way to come up with enough money quickly. Willing to do anything to save their beloved grandmother’s life, the sisters turn to doing things they don’t want to, but must do. Director: Jahmar Hill Writer: Jahmar Hill Cast: Lil Mama, Columbus Short, Cocoa Brown, Tobias Truvillion, K.D. Aubert, Ciera Angelia, Alisa Reyes, De’Aundre Bonds, Jensen Atwood, Christine Lakin https://youtu.be/-XtqMmzPACI Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy (Pt 1 & 2) Love & Murder: Atlanta Playboy tells the story of Lance (Diggs), a successful businessman in Atlanta who revolutionized the city’s 911 system. As well as being known for his womanizing ways. When Lance is found murdered in his home, an investigation is launched to uncover the truth behind his professional and personal life. The film will reconstruct Lance’s life as told by the various players in it, revealing questions and allegations surrounding his death. Was it a business rival, threatened by Lance’s bid for a big contract? Was it a scorned lover jealous of the place occupied in Lance’s bed? The film, much like the book, reconstructs Lance’s life as told by the various players in it. Director: Jaira Thomas Writer: Gregory R. Anderson and Ron Stodghill Cast: Taye Diggs, Keesha Sharp, Rob Brown, Apryl Jones, Nicole Lyn, Ciera Payton, Ernestine Johnson, Tye White, Anton Peeples, Yung Joc, Karlie Redd and Yandy Smith Where to Watch: BET https://www.youtube.com/watch?v4WKHNNtVbUM Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse After reuniting with Gwen Stacy, Brooklyn's full-time, friendly neighborhood Spider-Man is catapulted across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of Spider-People charged with protecting its very existence. However, when the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles finds himself pitted against the other Spiders. He must soon redefine what it means to be a hero so he can save the people he loves most. Director: Joaquim Dos Santos, Justin K. Thompson, Kemp Powers Writer: Phil Lord & Christopher Miller & David Callaham Cast: Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Brian Tyree Henry, Luna Lauren Velez, Jake Johnson, Jason Schwartzman, Issa Rae, Karan Soni, Daniel Kaluuya, and Oscar Isaac Where to Watch: VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?vit7sNRloq-A Flamin' Hot | June 9 Richard Montanez, the son of a Mexican immigrant, was a janitor at Frito Lay when he came up with the idea for Flamin' Hot Cheetos. His creation, inspired by the flavors of his community, revitalizes Frito-Lay and disrupts the food industry. Director: Eva Longoria Writer: Lewis Colick, Linda Yvette Chávez Cast: Jesse Garcia, Annie Gonzalez, Dennis Haysbert, Tony Shalhoub Where to Watch: Hulu https://www.youtube.com/watch?vmoiRCJR4ToY The Blackening The Blackening centers around a group of Black friends who reunite for a Juneteenth weekend getaway only to find themselves trapped in a remote cabin with a twisted killer. Forced to play by his rules, the friends soon realize this ain’t no motherf****** game. The Blackening skewers genre tropes and poses the sardonic question: if the entire cast of a horror movie is Black, who dies first? Director: Tim Story Writer: Tracy Oliver & Dewayne Perkins Cast: Grace Byers, Jermaine Fowler, Melvin Gregg, X Mayo, Dewayne Perkins, Antoinette Robertson, Sinqua Walls, with Jay Pharoah, and Yvonne Orji Where to Watch: Starz The Perfect Find Forty-year-old Jenna Jones makes a career change into the world of beauty journalism. She runs into problems when she realizes that her frenemy Darcy is her boss, and she soon starts a relationship with Darcy's son, Eric, the company's videographer. Director: Numa Perrier Writer: Leigh Davenport Cast: Gabrielle Union, Gina Torres, Keith Powers, La La Anthony, Aisha Hinds, Janet Hubert, Latoia Fitzgerald Where to Watch: Netflix https://www.youtube.com/watch?vhA-Jhu938vY&ppygUIdHJhaWxlcnM%3D Earth Mama | Jul 7 Gia is a young mother fighting for her children. Her son and daughter are in foster care, and now her unborn child could also be taken away. Struggling to work enough hours with court-mandated classes, she’s barely making ends meet. Gia loves her children unconditionally, but how will she give them the future they deserve?" Director: Savanah Leaf Writer: Cast: Tia Nomore, Erika Alexander, Keta Price, Doechii, Sharon Duncan-Brewster, Bokeem Woodbine, Dominic Fike Where to Watch: N/A https://www.youtube.com/watch?v8AWIF8maEP4 They Cloned Tyrone A series of eerie events thrusts an unlikely trio onto the trail of a nefarious government conspiracy in this pulpy mystery caper. Director: Juel Taylor Writer: Juel Taylor, Tony Rettenmaier Cast: John Boyega, Teyonah Parris, Jamie Foxx, Kiefer Sutherland, J. Alphonse Nicholson Where to Watch: Netflix https://youtu.be/AjLKTz81bj8 Haunted Mansion "Haunted Mansion" follows Dr. Emily Johnson and her son Ethan as they move into the enigmatic Haunted Mansion in New Orleans. With supernatural forces at play, they seek the aid of a peculiar priest, Father William, to rid the mansion of its malevolent spirits. Assisted by a widowed scientist-turned-failed paranormal expert, Dr. Henry West, a gifted psychic named Marie LaBelle, and a knowledgeable historian, Professor Hastings, they embark on a chilling and humorous adventure. Director: Justin Simien Writer: Katie Dippold Cast: Rosario Dawson, Chase Dillon, Owen Wilson, LaKeith Stanfield, Tiffany Haddish, Danny DeVito, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jared Leto Where to Watch: In Theaters https://www.youtube.com/watch?vdRBSzFxEy7I Shooting Stars The film follows a young LeBron James, played by Marquis "Mookie" Cook, and his three best friends, Lil Dru (Caleb McLaughlin), Willie McGee (Avery S. Wills, Jr.), and Sian Cotton (Khalil Everage), as they become the #1 high school team in the country. But when Lil Dru is threatened with junior varsity, the "Fab Four" decide to switch schools and join a predominantly white Catholic school's varsity team, facing backlash from their community but staying dedicated to each other. With the help of a disgraced former college coach seeking redemption (Mulroney), the boys, along with former rival and new teammate Romeo Travis (enderson), face challenges both on and off the court in their quest to become national champs. Director: Chris Robinson Writer: Frank E. Flowers, Tony Rettenmaier, and Juel Taylor Cast: Marquis “Mookie” Cook, Caleb McLaughlin, Avery S. Wills Jr., Khalil Everage, and Wood Harris, the movie also features Dermot Mulroney and newcomer Sterling “Scoot” Henderson Where to Watch: Peacock https://www.youtube.com/watch?vZtuFgnxQMrA Transformers: Rise of the Beasts In the year 1994, a pair of archaeologists from Brooklyn come into an ancient conflict through a globe-trotting adventure with the Autobots that ties in with three factions of the Transformers race: the Maximals, the Predacons and the Terrorcons. Which then later signals the arrival of the coming darkness in the form of Unicron. Director: Steven Caple Jr. Writer: Joby Harold, Darnell Metayer, Josh Peters, Erich Hoeber, Jon Hoeber Cast: Anthony Ramos, Dominique Fishback, Ron Perlman, Peter Dinklage, Michelle Yeoh, Liza Koshy, Michaela Jaé Rodriguez, Pete Davidson, Colman Domingo, Cristo Fernández, Tongayi Chirisa, Peter Cullen, John DiMaggio, David Sobolov Where to Watch: Theaters https://www.youtube.com/watch?vCMq_ctM7HZA Angry Black Girl and Her Monster The Angry Black Girl and Her Monster explores the idea that death is a disease that can be cured, through the story of Vicaria, a brilliant teenager who embarks on a dangerous journey to bring her murdered brother back to life. Director: Bomani J. Story Writer: Bomani J. Story Cast: Laya DeLeon Hayes, Denzel Whitaker, Chad L. Coleman, Reilly Brooke Stith, and Keith Holliday. Where to Watch: VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?vnoxvcFVmG4E White Men Can't Jump Two ballers, opposites who are seemingly miles apart, find they might have more in common than they imagined possible. Director: Calmatic Writer: Kenya Barris, Doug Hall Cast: Sinqua Walls and Jack Harlow Where to Watch: Hulu https://youtu.be/K9c562i6hM8 Dance For Me After exotic dancer Isis falls in love with up-and-coming politician Osiris, a band of criminals from her past threatens the couple’s future together. Director: Chaz Echola and Damian Romay Writer:Chaz Echola Cast:Kearia Schroeder, Gavin Houston and Jeremy Meeks Where to Watch: BET Plus https://www.youtube.com/watch?vtfOoYI57eoU Spring Breakthrough Single mother Monica receives the surprise of a lifetime when her daughter announces her engagement to Shawn. En route to the engagement celebration, Monica meets Shawn's godfather, and an unexpected flirtation ignites. Director: Mykelti Williamson Writer:Samantha Herman Cast:Keesha Sharp, Demetrius Grosse, Rhyon Nicole Brown, and Akono Dixon, Alfred E. Rutherford, Topher Fredd, Aria Celeste Castillo, Laticia A King, Brasai Butler, Charlie Q. Smith, Sarah S. Fisher, Ginger Cressman Where to Watch: Hallmark Movies & Mysteries https://www.youtube.com/watch?vurKDu40iaXk Big George Foreman The Miraculous Story of the Once and Future Heavyweight Champion of the World is based on the remarkable true story of one of the greatest comebacks of all time and the transformational power of second chances. Fueled by an impoverished childhood, Foreman channeled his anger into becoming an Olympic Gold medalist and World Heavyweight Champion, followed by a near-death experience that took him from the boxing ring to the pulpit. But when he sees his community struggling spiritually and financially, Foreman returns to the ring and makes history by reclaiming his title, becoming the oldest and most improbable World Heavyweight Boxing Champion ever. Director: George Tillman Jr. Writer: A story by Dan Gordon and Frank Baldwin & George Tillman Jr, and a screenplay by Baldwin & Tillman Starring: Khris Davis, Forest Whitaker, Sonja Sohn, Jasmine Mathews, Sullivan Jones, Lawrence Gilliard Jr., John Magaro Where to Watch:VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v-LtCIImfSCk Chevalier The illegitimate son of an African slave and a French plantation owner, Joseph Bologne rises to improbable heights in French society as a celebrated violinist-composer and fencer, complete with a love affair and falling out with Marie Antoinette. Director: Stephen Williams Writer: Stefani Robinson Cast: Kelvin Harrison Jr., Samara Weaving, Lucy Boynton, Marton Csokas, Alex Fitzalan, Minnie Driver Where to Watch: Hulu https://www.youtube.com/watch?vwBM0_6JJw1s A Thousand and One A THOUSAND AND ONE follows unapologetic and free-spirited Inez (Teyana Taylor), who kidnaps her six-year-old son Terry from the foster care system. Holding onto their secret and each other, mother and son set out to reclaim their sense of home, identity, and stability, in a rapidly changing New York City. Director: A.V. Rockwell Cast: A.V. Rockwell Where to Watch: In theaters https://www.youtube.com/watch?vIu0xGg7Ivxc Rye Lane Two twenty-somethings, both reeling from bad break-ups, connect over the course of an eventful day in South London – helping each other deal with their nightmare exes, and potentially restoring their faith in romance. Director: Raine Miller Cast: David Jonsson, Vivian Oparah Writers: Nathan Bryon, Tom Melia Where to Watch: Hulu https://www.youtube.com/watch?vNGGwYIbyDNo Praise This A young woman with dreams of being a superstar joins an underdog Atlanta praise-team choir in the lead up to the national competition. Director: Tina Gordon Cast: Chloe Bailey, Anjelika Washington, Druski, Birgundi Baker, Jekalyn Carr, Quavo, Tristan Mack Wilds Writers: Tina Gordon, Hudson Obayuwana, Jana Savage, Brandon Broussard, Camilla Blackett Where to Watch: Peacock https://www.youtube.com/watch?vCBLhv0cgVSo Gangs of Lagos When Obalola, Ify and Gift see their adoptive father murdered, they join a gang. With the start of election campaigns, the three friends are drawn into gang wars that drive them to fulfill their destiny. Director: Jadesola Osiberu Cast: Tobi Bakre, Chike, Adesua Etomi, Alabi Pasuma, Demi Banwo Writers: Kay Jegede Jade Osiberu Where to Watch: Prime Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v7XSxS0NBp4o Girl in the Closet It follows Remy Ma as Patricia, a mother who suffers an aneurysm and places her 10-year-old daughter Cameron in the hands of her convicted murderer aunt, Mia. Mia reaps the benefits of fostering her niece while her sister Patricia searches for a decade for Cameron. As the decade continues, Cameron faces unspeakable atrocities leading her to face death’s doorstep. Director: Jaira Thomas Cast: Remy ma, Tami Roman Where to Watch: Lifetime https://www.youtube.com/watch?vt_EM0d_UxV4 Every Breath She Takes Jules Baker thinks her problems are over when her abusive husband Billy is killed after a struggle and fire that destroys their house. As she rebuilds her life and home, rumors swirl around town–“that’s the one that killed her husband” and problems with the insurance have fingers pointing at Jules when it’s found out that the fire was set intentionally. After a series of frightening events and the fact that she thinks she keeps seeing her dead husband, Jules believes she may be going crazy. Or is Billy actually still alive and coming for her, ready to destroy everything she’s re-built? Director: Darin Scott Cast: Tamala Jones, Tisha Campbell, Brian White, Lamon Archey, Brooklyn Sudano and Jackee Harry Where to Watch: Lifetime https://www.youtube.com/watch?v7OCuqI_ibyY Bruiser During summer break, 14-year-old Darious explores the boundaries of his manhood through tumultuous interactions with Malcolm his strict father and a burgeoning mentorship with mysterious drifter Porter. Director: Miles Warren Cast: Jalyn Hall, Trevante Rhodes, Shamier Anderson, Shinelle Azoroh, Frank Oakley III, Jonah Bishop-Pirrone, Kiah Alexandria Clingman, and more Writers: Miles Warren, Ben Medina Where to Watch: Hulu https://www.youtube.com/watch?vLhV47UwuUb4 Bite of a Mango 2020 comes with enough challenges of its own, but as four best friends each attempt to overcome their own trying situations, they are left unsure if the group can survive. Director:Ron Dias Cast: Jayne Kamara, Ryan Rosery, Orville Cummings, Nathan Taylor, Shawna Stewart Writers: Joanne Jansen, Ron Dias Where to Watch: All Blk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v15PEB7mzNEk Black Girl Missing When Cheryl (Garcelle Beauvais) gets into an argument with her daughter Lauren (Iyana Halley) over her desire to drop out of college, she initially thinks Lauren is simply ignoring her calls and texts, but Cheryl soon realizes Lauren is missing. While she attempts to get help from authorities and the media, they quickly dismiss the case, labeling Lauren as a runaway while they are all too consumed with another case - that of a missing white girl. Desperate to find Lauren, Cheryl and her 15-year-old daughter Marley (Taylor Mosby) enlist the help of a dedicated community of amateur internet sleuths to try to find Lauren. Cheryl also discovers the Black and Missing Foundation and is horrified to discover the disparity in how missing persons of color cases are treated with significant lack of media attention and law enforcement resources. Director: Delmar Washington Cast: Garcelle Beauvais, Iyana Halley, Taylor Mosby Writers: Kale Futterman Where to Watch: Lifetime https://www.youtube.com/watch?vA7zIX5doBbQ Righteous Thieves In this ultimate heist thrill-ride – Annabel (Lisa Vidal), a leader of a secret organization engaged in the recovery of priceless artwork, assembles a ragtag crew of art thieves to recover a Monet, Picasso, Degas, and Van Gogh stolen by Nazis during WWII and now in the possession of neo-Nazi billionaire oligarch Otto Huizen (Brian Cousins). As the planned heist approaches, loyalties are tested when the crew learns the real reason behind Annabel’s search for the long-lost paintings. Director: Anthony Nardolillo Cast: Lisa Vidal, Jaina Lee Ortiz, Cam Gigandet, Carlos Miranda, Sasha Merci, Brian Cousins. Writers: Michael Corcoran Where to Watch: VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?vECQGtM3YFcU 88 Femi Jackson is the financial director for a super PAC that backs a front-runner presidential candidate. After discovering unusual patterns in donations, he enlists the help of an investment blogger to dig a little deeper. Together, they follow the campaign money trail back to its nefarious origins in a race against time to uncover the truth before the primaries. Director: Thomas Ikimi (Eromose) Cast: Brandon Victor Dixon, William Fichtner, Thomas Sadoski, Naturi Naughton, Kenneth Choi, Jon Tenney, Orlando Jones, Kelly McCreary Writers: Thomas Ikimi (Eromose) Where to Watch: In theaters https://www.youtube.com/watch?vOWQJa__NNFA Three Ways A sex comedy told in three ways… Sexually awkward Stacey Johnson decides to take control of her life, cancel her ex, and conquer her fears by having a threesome with her new beau and a mysterious woman she's never met. What could possibly go wrong? Director: Jamal Dedeaux Writers: Jamal Dedeaux Cast: Brittany S. Hall, Ronin Lee, Andrea Lewis, Jerrel O'Neal, David Raibon, Lawrence Robinson Where to Watch: Hulu https://www.youtube.com/watch?vX80mWWXZ2FA Pride: Seven Deadly Sins Pride: A Seven Deadly Sins Story tells the story of reality TV star Birdie Moore (Stephanie Mills), whose carefully constructed world starts to crumble - like the baked goods that catapulted her to fame - when her family secrets are brought to light. To salvage her legacy, Birdie must let go of the pride that estranged her from her daughter. Birdie's pride also prevents her from seeing that her son Gabe Moore (Thomas Miles) is actually a thieving opportunist and that her granddaughter Ella Boudreaux (Keeya King) is just a lost twenty-something trying to build up her life after some missteps. While pride helped drive Birdie's success, it also made her blind to what was happening around her. Will Birdie finally be able to see and admit the truth, or face the consequences of her pride? Director: Jaira Thomas Cast: Stephanie Mills, Thomas Miles, Keeya King, Lucia Walters, Jaime M. Callica, Erica Campbell Where to Watch: Lifetime https://www.youtube.com/watch?vR7bVf5kaa4E&t28s A Lot of Nothing James and Vanessa are ostensibly the perfect married couple. Their lives spiral out of control when they decide to seek justice against a neighbour they saw commit a crime on the evening news. Director: Mo McRae Cast: Y'lan Noel, Cleopatra Coleman, Lex Scott Davis, Shamier Anderson, Justin Hartley Writers: Mo McRae, Sarah Kelly Kaplan Where to Watch: VOD https://youtu.be/NNdh__CqCOo Strange Love Desperate to save their marriage, Deshawn and Megan buy the “too good to be true” house only to find out it’s haunted. This Black love story gets creepy when Deshawn gives in to the pleasures of Candice The Ghost played by Erica Pinkett (“Secret Society”). The only question left is will Deshawn save his marriage with Megan or will he choose Candice’s Strange Love? Director: Carl Payne Cast:Dewayne “Kountry Wayne” Colley, Marquita Goings, Michael “Mike Bless” Anthony, Carl Anthony Payne II, Erica Pinkett Where to Watch: Prime Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?vV7b2Rl7VY98 The Reading Emma Leeden details the loss of her family in her new book "Invasion." To generate press, she agrees to a staged reading by Sky Brown in her fortified home. But Sky's spiritual connection is real and evil emerges in a house they can't get out of. Director:Courtney Glaudes Cast:Mo'Nique, Chasity Sereal, Charnele Brown, Courtney Glaude, Lisa Alavi, Ian Haywood, Sara Alavi Where to Watch: BET Plus https://www.youtube.com/watch?vxTaIZo8OJYE Creed III After dominating the boxing world, Adonis Creed has been thriving in both his career and family life. When a childhood friend and former boxing prodigy, Damien Anderson, resurfaces after serving a long sentence in prison, he is eager to prove that he deserves his shot in the ring. The face-off between former friends is more than just a fight. To settle the score, Adonis must put his future on the line to battle Damien - a fighter who has nothing to lose. Director:Michael B Jordan Cast: Michael B Jordan, Jonathan Majors, Phylicia Rashad, Tessa Thompson. Writers: Where to Watch: Hulu https://www.youtube.com/watch?vZ7QE0uKnpDM Mars One A middle-class Black family in Brazil copes with the election of a far-right extremist president. The mother believes that she's cursed after an unexpected encounter, while her husband puts all of his hopes into their son's soccer career. Director: Gabriel Martins Writers: Gabriel Martins Cast: Cícero Lucas, Carlos Francisco, Camilla Damião, Rejane Faria Where to Watch: Netflix https://www.youtube.com/watch?vpCMHc-IFAB0&t68s You People A new couple and their families reckon with modern love amid culture clashes, societal expectations and generational differences. Director: Kenya Barris Writers: Kenya Barris, Jonah Hills Cast: Eddie Murphy, Jonah Hill, Lauren London, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Nia Long, David Duchovny, Kenya Barris, Sam Jay Where to Watch: Netflix https://www.youtube.com/watch?vVgaG0PbziYY Fear In this psychological horror film, a group of friends gather for a much-needed weekend getaway at a remote and historic hotel. Celebration turns into terror as one by one, each guest faces their own worst fear. Director: Deon Taylor Writers: Deon Taylor Cast:Joseph Sikora, Andrew Bachelor, Annie Ilonzeh, Ruby Modine, Iddo Goldberg, Terrence Jenkins, Jessica Allain, Tyler Abron, and Tip 'T.I.' Harris Where to Watch: Theaters https://www.youtube.com/watch?viWw-EyrG5Sw Saint Omer Rama is a novelist who attends the trial of Laurence Coly, a young woman accused of killing her 15-month-old daughter. Testimonies from witnesses and Coly's own words soon shake Rama's convictions. Director:Alice Diop Writers: Alice Diop, Amrita David, Marie NDiaye Cast:Kayije Kagame, Guslagie Malanda, Valérie Dréville, Aurélia Petit, Xavier Maly, Robert Canterella, Salimata Kamate, Thomas de Pourquery Where to Watch: VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?vyZx_fbdbSW4 Hatian Wedding A Haitian jewelry designer living in Miami gets engaged to a rising tech star who has no clue about her Haitian culture, and when they visit her beloved island, he has no idea that she's the daughter of one of Haiti's wealthiest family and about to have a front seat to the tension and drama that comes with a big, traditional Haitian wedding. Director: Jamal Hill Cast: Maryam Basir, Skyh Alvester Black, Barton Fitzpatrick, Jeryl Prescott, Bechir Sylvain, Starletta DuPois, Deborah Lynn Lherisson Where to Watch: Rent VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?vayKCpKt-hDc Aurora: A Love Story Kenny and Giselle are set to marry on a beach in Puerto Rico. Giselle disappears on the day of the ceremony, setting off a wild chain of events that unearths secrets, lies and betrayal, and threatens to destroy the fairy-tale love story. Director: Noel Calloway Writers: Noel Calloway Cast: Marc John Jefferies, Julito McCullum, Wakeema Hollis, Tobias Truvillion, Ambre Anderson, Sally Stewart, Brian Anthony Wilson Where to Watch: VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v5N4yyvtlMQA House Party Aspiring club promoters and best buddies Damon and Kevin are barely keeping things together. Out of money, down on their luck and about to lose the roofs over their heads, they need a huge windfall to make their problems go away. They soon decide to host the party of the year at an exclusive mansion, which just happens to belong to none other than NBA superstar LeBron James. Director:Calmatic Writers: Cast:LeBron James, D.C. Young Fly, Jacob Latimore, Andrew Santino, Kid Cudi, Tosin Cole, Tinashe Where to Watch: VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?v2R3_qLbTffM My Valentine Crush When a woman makes an unexpected connection with the cable guy on Valentine's Day, she is forced to reevaluate her current love life. Director: Christopher Nolen Writers: Cassandra Mann Cast: Jeff Logan, Ta'Rhonda Jones, Travis Cure, Monti Washington, Dawnisha Halfkenny, Shaquita Smith, Tiffany Snow Where to Watch: Philo, Hulu, Prime Video, The Roku Channel, BET Plus https://www.youtube.com/watch?vwW5Olv4hU0Y Under His Influence A Social Media Influencer falls for an inmate and starts a crusade to prove his innocence, but after they win his appeal, she uncovers a dark secret that changes her life. Director/Writer: DeShon Hardy Cast: Sydney Mitchell, Iman Shumpert, Cynthia Bailey Where to Watch: BET Plus https://www.youtube.com/watch?vPbzxUhlpVsg Infidelity After the loss of their unborn child, a couple struggles to keep their relationship intact -- but when secrets are revealed, they realize more than their marriage is at stake. Where to Watch: BET Plus https://www.youtube.com/watch?vZpFxXwPxVwo Game of Deceit When her police officer husband starts abusing her, Maya realizes she must gather ironclad evidence to take him down. Director: Patricia Cuffie-Jones Writer: Amira Anderson, Carolyn Woolner Cast: Denise Boutte, Kevin Savage, Melissa L Williams Where to Watch: BET Plus https://www.youtube.com/watch?vqnafOuyUY78 Imani Director:Mike Ho Cast:Brittany S. Hall, Stephen Bishop, Demetrius Shipp Jr., Kris D. Lofton, Michael Monks, Elyse Mirto, Isaac Montgomery Writers: Where to Watch: Prime Video, The Roku Channel https://www.youtube.com/watch?vGqMHU8HuREg Under the Influence A woman’s life is thrown into a dangerous tailspin after ending an affair with the dangerous lover she met in Alcoholics Anonymous (AA). Director: Courtney Miller Cast: Denyce Lawton, BJ Britt, Jared Wofford Where to Watch: TV One https://www.youtube.com/watch?veq2wZGRIjGY The Unsettling An African couple travel to Los Angeles to recover from a devastating tragedy by seeking a new life in picture-perfect suburban USA. In this new environment, they find themselves terrorized by demons both real and supernatural. The house that was meant to provide refuge slowly stalks them, consuming their sorrow and trapping them in a nightmare. Director: Harry Owens Cast: Bambadjan Bamba, Benedikt Sebastian, Libby Munro, Zephani Idoko, Chloë Caro, Rojawn Khoshnam Writers: Harry Owens Where to Watch: VOD https://www.youtube.com/watch?vwIqx99VoCK8 Lola 2 When champion amateur boxer and lifelong fighter Lola falls in love and has a baby, she struggles to give up her championship and leave the ring with her career unfinished. Director: Antoine Allen Writers: Antoine Allen Cast: Taja V. Simpson, Elise Neal, Tamala Jones, Torrei Hart, rapper DreamDoll, and female professional boxer Claressa Shields Where to Watch: All Blk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v-Fci6b2393c A Snowy Day in Oakland A beautiful psychologist from San Francisco decides to end a stalled romance with her high-profile psychiatrist boyfriend and business partner. She moves on with her life by opening her own practice in a vacant office space in the middle of a small commercial block located across the bay in Oakland, turning the predominately African American and psychologically ignored neighborhood on its emotional ear. Director:Kim Bass Cast: Nicole Ari Parker, Evan Ross, Arden Myrin, Roger Cross, Sean Maguire, Loretta Devine, Reno Wilson, Kimberly Elise, Marla Gibbs Writers: Kim Bass Where to Watch: VOD Message From the Founder (Me): As a one-person team working hard to create quality content and celebrate the beauty and diversity of Black culture, I rely on the support of people like you. If you believe in what Blex Media stands for and enjoy the content I produce, please consider donating a cup of coffee. Your contribution helps me keep the site running will enable me to expand my team and improve Blex's platform. Thank you for being a part of the Blex community! -Sharifa

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