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(#16) Lean on Me
- Morgan Freeman, Robert Guillaume, Beverly Todd, Lynne Thigpen, Jermaine "Huggy" Hopkins, Karen Malina White, Michael Beach, Ethan Phillips, Karina Arroyave, Ivonne Coll, Regina Taylor, Michael Imperioli, Tony Todd, Mike Starr
Lean on Me unravels the incredible true story of Principal Joe Clark, masterfully portrayed by Morgan Freeman, who goes above and beyond to save his school from the depths of despair and decadence. Inspirational and moving, Lean on Me remains a beacon of hope and a staple in Black cinema.
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(#12) Poetic Justice
- Janet Jackson, Tupac Shakur, Regina King, Joe Torry, Maya Angelou, Tyra Ferrell, Roger Guenveur Smith, Q-Tip, Tone Loc, Billy Zane, Lori Petty
Poetic Justice delivers an unforgettable blend of romance, poetry, and urban drama. Janet Jackson's magnetic performance as a grieving poet provides a fresh perspective on love and healing, and Tupac Shakur's portrayal of a charismatic postal worker adds depth to this Black cinema gem.
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(#161) Mo' Better Blues
- Denzel Washington, Spike Lee, Wesley Snipes, Joie Lee, Cynda Williams, Giancarlo Esposito, Robin Harris, Bill Nunn, Dick Anthony Williams, John Turturro, Rubén Blades, Jeff "Tain" Watts, Nicholas Turturro, Abbey Lincoln, Linda Hawkins, Zakee L. Howze, Bill Lee, Branford Marsalis
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(#50) Crooklyn
- Alfre Woodard, Delroy Lindo, David Patrick Kelly, Zelda Harris, Carlton Williams, Sharif Rashed, Tse-Mach Washington, Christopher Knowings, José Zúñiga, Isaiah Washington, Ivelka Reyes, Spike Lee, N. Jeremi Duru, Frances Foster, Norman Matlock, Patriece Nelson, Joie Lee, Vondie Curtis Hall, Tiasha Reyes
Crooklyn, directed by the iconic Spike Lee, transports viewers back to the 1970s through a nostalgic portrayal of family life in Brooklyn. Rich in vibrant colors, music, and heartfelt moments, the film shines as an endearing and authentic portrayal of a slice of Black Americana.
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(#36) Sister Act
- Whoopi Goldberg, Maggie Smith, Kathy Najimy, Wendy Makkena, Mary Wickes, Harvey Keitel, Bill Nunn, Robert Guy Miranda, Richard Portnow
Sister Act brings gospel and humor to the cinematic forefront, showcasing Whoopi Goldberg's immense talent as a lounge singer forced to join a convent as part of the witness protection program. This heavenly blend of comedy and music leaves a lasting impression on Black cinema.
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