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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Front Row Classics welcomes Carey Peck. Carey is the son of the legendary Gregory Peck and discusses his Father's legacy with Brandon. Topics include Peck's memorable roles, philosophies and commitment to social justice. The two also discuss Carey's careers in politics and education.
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