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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Fresh from her acclaim at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where her show "Man'oushe" was nominated for Best Show, Janine Harouni is making waves in comedy. Tom sits down with Janine for a candid chat, tracing her comedic path from humble beginnings in Staten Island to global recognition. Through resilience and determination, Janine has overcome numerous challenges to reach where she is today. Join us for an inspiring conversation as we delve into Janine's journey and plot twist moments.
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Fresh from her acclaim at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe Festival, where her show "Man'oushe" was nominated for Best Show, Janine Harouni is making waves in comedy. Tom sits down with Janine for a candid chat, tracing her comedic path from humble beginnings in Staten Island to global recognition. Through resilience and determination, Janine has overcome numerous challenges to reach where she is today. Join us for an inspiring conversation as we delve into Janine's journey and plot twist moments.
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