Love Stories from the African Diaspora
Here are some of our picks for inclusive Black love stories in film and media. We hope you enjoy these tender love stories and beautiful depictions.
Edge of Seventeen (1999)
1984, Sandusky, Ohio. A naive 17-year-old navigates heartbreak and self-expression as he explores his sexuality.
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1984, Sandusky, Ohio. A naive 17-year-old navigates heartbreak and self-expression as he explores his sexuality.
Rating:R
Genre:Comedy, Drama, Romance
Directed By:David Moreton
Written By:Todd Stephens
In Theaters:6/11/1999
Box Office:$870,751
Runtime:104 minutes
Studio:Blue Streak Films, Luna Pictures
Cast
David Moreton
Director
David Moreton
Director
Chris Stafford
Eric Hunter
Tina Holmes
Maggie
Andersen Gabrych
Rod
John Eby
Dad
Stephanie McVay
Bonnie Hunter
Lea DeLaria
Angie
Antonio Carriero
Andy
Jason Lockhart
Steve
Tony Maietta
Gregg
Jeff Fryer
Jonathon
Kevin Joseph Kelly
Chuckie
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