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In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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In this episode of Remakes, Reboots, and Revivals, we jump from their iconic claymation past into their highly anticipated return with Vengeance Most Fowl (2024). Decades after their last adventure, how does this new chapter honor their legacy while breaking new ground?
We discuss the story, animation style, and the challenges of updating beloved characters for a modern audience. Does Vengeance Most Fowl recapture the magic of the original shorts and feature film? Or does it lay an egg? 🐔
Plus, we reflect on what Wallace and Gromit mean to fans new and old, and whether their latest escapade cements their place as timeless cultural icons. Grab your crackers and Wensleydale—this one's a clucking good time!
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