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, we break down what a real film package is—and why most filmmakers misunderstand it. You’ll learn which elements actually give your project value, how producers, directors, cast, and financing fit into the packaging process, and why strong attachments are essential for getting bigger movies made today. If you’re trying to move a film forward, this is a must-listen.
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