In the words of Anthony Anderson, Tiffany Haddish, Steve Harvey, Regina King and more, this docuseries tells the unbelievable story of how one man, Guy Torry, moved mountains to launch an all-Black comedy night at The Comedy Store. What started as an experiment in '90s Los Angeles turned into a breeding ground for today's greatest comedians, elevating Black voices to have their turn on the stage.
In Poetic Justice, a young hairdresser named Justice copes with the loss of her boyfriend in a tragic shooting incident. She embarks on a road trip with a postal worker named Lucky, who also carries his own emotional baggage. As they journey through the streets of South Central Los Angeles, they discover love, healing, and the power of poetry in the face of violence and despair.
Tales from the Hood is an anthology film consisting of four short horror stories that explore themes of racism, violence, and social issues in an urban neighborhood. The stories follow various characters as they encounter supernatural horrors, including a killer doll, a psychopathic killer, and a winged demon. Each story serves as a satirical commentary on different aspects of society, with a focus on racial conflict and social injustice.
A conservative and socially awkward optometrist decides to take a leap of faith on quest for fulfillment in a male companion at the urging of her friends as a last-ditch effort to find happiness. Her arduous journey leads her to a potential young suitor, but more important down a path to self-discovery.
The Workout Room is a dramatic comedy film about an up and coming comedian who is given the chance of a lifetime at the cost of missing his daughter's wedding. The Workout Room is a clean, funny, plot driven film featuring real life stand-up comedians.
Talkin' Dirty After Dark is a comedy film released in 1991. It follows the story of Terry, a struggling stand-up comedian who dreams of making it big in the world of show business. As Terry tries to navigate the competitive comedy scene, he encounters a colorful cast of characters and faces various challenges along the way. With determination and a dash of humor, Terry strives to find success and make his dreams come true.
Motives is a captivating drama that follows the story of a murder investigation, delving into the complex web of desire, seduction, and betrayal. As the detective uncovers clues, he realizes that the motives behind the murder are far from straightforward. With each revelation, the plot thickens, leading to an intense climax where the truth is finally revealed.
A group of women who have all been played by a smooth-talking player join forces to get back at him. Through a series of comedic events, they plan and execute their revenge, leading to unexpected and hilarious consequences.
An ex-cop gets pulled back in an undercover mission for the FBI by his former partner. The mission is to catch drug runners, but it is also sting operation against dirty cops, some of whom set up the ex-cops' dismissal from the force.
Bostonský škrtič is a thought-provoking movie based on a true crime story. It follows the intense investigation into the actions of a notorious serial killer, keeping the audience on the edge of their seats as the mystery unravels. With a combination of drama, suspense, and mystery, this film offers a compelling narrative that delves into the dark and twisted mind of the killer.
Sprung is a comedy that explores the complexities of love and relationships in urban America. The story follows a group of friends who navigate the challenges of dating, while dealing with the pressures and expectations of society. With a mix of humor and drama, Sprung provides an entertaining and insightful look into modern romance.
In the comedy film 'Hair Show', a talented hairstylist in Los Angeles named Peaches faces various challenges and comedic mishaps in her pursuit of success. With unpaid taxes looming over her, Peaches navigates the glamorous world of Beverly Hills' hair salons and beauty salons, using her skills to overcome obstacles and make a name for herself in the industry.
Unreported is a gripping crime thriller about Justin Lake, a man who seemingly has it all - money, power, respect, and a string of women. However, his perfect life takes a dark turn when he wakes up in a hotel room to find the lifeless body of a woman beside him. As Justin tries to piece together the events of that fateful night, he spirals into a psychological breakdown, haunted by his own choices and struggling to uncover the truth. With his world crumbling around him, Justin's desperate fight for redemption becomes a race against time. Will he be able to remember what really happened, or will the truth remain unreported?
When Hubert Lee decides to open the world's largest drive-in movie theater across the street from a funeral parlor, a feud erupts between Lee and Turner Knight, the owner of the funeral home. As Lee's many promotional ideas become more and more outrageous, he continues to enrage Knight until one of the promotions backfires with grave consequences.
Life is never dull at the hippest pawn shop in the city, but when jewelry is stolen, the all-star pawn crew engage in outrageous bust-a-gut fun to save the store and the hood.
A disc jockey invites an author of a best-selling book, PJ Payton, as an on-air guest. They explore LA relationship struggles and share unbelievable stories, and in the process laugh, learn and discover the power of love.
Kelly Lofton is a young, successful dentist who has all the material things a woman could ask for. However, Kelly has struggled to find time for love in her busy schedule, so when her younger sister Susan gets engaged to a seemingly perfect man and organizes an extravagant engagement party, Kelly panics. She hires a gorgeous actor for the weekend to accompany her to the party. Her ruse quickly develops into something real and Kelly realizes the only thing missing in her life is love.
Donna Bon Viant (Belaine) is a college student, who has to complete an assignment on the 14th century for her African American literature class. She chooses to base her writings on The Three Musketeers, a famous novel by Alexandre Dumas, père. Donna begins to read the novel and falls asleep in the process. She dreams a zany dream involving the adventures of "The Three Muscatels". The adventures include a number of people in Donna's life including students in her class, members of her family, and an alcoholic she met earlier in the day named Russell (Pryor).
After the death of his beloved wife, Mr. Brady struggles to maintain a neighborhood diner in Atlanta Georgia. His few faithful waitresses have become his only family.
Long before Hollywood came calling with films such as Johnson Family Vacation, Steve Harvey was slaying audiences at comedy clubs. This collection of Harvey-hosted episodes from the popular television show captures that vibe. Funnymen James Hannah, Arnez J., Rich Vos and others unleash a tirade of laughs, demonstrating why this show served as a launching pad for so many top comic talents. Russell Simmons and Bob Sumner provide commentary.