Overview: This is a beautiful, poignant, and brutal story about two Black sisters, Racine the tough one and Anaia the quiet one, who set out to uncover their roots. In doing so, they discover much more about themselves and the boundaries in life. First Thoughts: IS GOD IS felt as if Precious, The Burning Bed,…
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The Nanny Starring: Anna Diop and Michelle Monaghan Written and Directed by: Nikyatu Jusu USA (2022) Overview Nanny by Nikyatu Jusu is a slow, quiet burn that really sits with you. It’s not just a story about a nanny, it’s about motherhood, sacrifice, and what it means to hold things together while everything around you…
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Never Let Go Starring/Produced by: Halle Berry Directed by : Alexander Aja Written by: Kevin Coughlin; Ryan Grassby USA (2024) Overview/Synopsis Going into Never Let Go, I was both excited and nervous. I was thrilled to see a Black leading lady carry a film, but I also wondered how the public would receive her performance.…
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