Run, Jackson, Run (1972)

By undermining the appeal and credibility of black characters, the show compromises the very idea of diversity and representation it sets to promote.

The film seems like an extreme interpretation of the conspiracy theorists that exist in real life. And then, there’s the twist.

Seeing that the film was essentially his first big, mainstream feature, and with garnering a leading role — portraying the revolutionary ball-player Jackie Robinson — Boseman, without question, delivered a performance that is still so incredibly moving, respectful, genuine, and true to the core of his obviously sincere, artistic heart; and with that, it is indeed so saddening to see him pass.

In less than 30 minutes, Proudfoot guides the viewer through a narrative that touches on American history, mind-health issues, race, and gender politics

In an all-black community in Louisiana, a young girl learns her father has committed infidelity and turns to hoodoo to seek justice.