Movies and TvShows featuring "african-american-studies" theme.

Documentary feature exploring the rise of African-Americans to positions of greatness in American sports. Stories are told of boxers, tennis players, runners, and basketball players, athletes who either suffered the indignities of racism, helped break down its walls, or enjoyed the opportunities afforded by past struggles.

Award-winning filmmaker Byron Hurt explores what it means to be a Black man in America. Traveling to more than fifteen cities and towns across the country, Hurt gathers reflections on Black masculinity from men and women of a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds and a host of leading scholars and cultural critics. What results is an engaging and honest dialogue about race, gender, and identity in America. Features bell hooks, Michael Eric Dyson, John Henrick Clarke, Kevin Powell, Andrew Young, Dr. Alvin Poussaint, MC Hammer, Jackson Katz, and many others.

An exploration of the history of the word throughout its inception to present day. Woven into the narrative are poetry, music, and commentary from celebrities about their personal experiences with the word and their viewpoints. Each perspective is unique, as is each experience... some are much more comfortable with the word than others.

CodeSwitching is a thought-provoking documentary that delves into the complexities of language and how it influences and reflects our identities. Through interviews and real-life examples, it examines the practice of code-switching, where individuals alternate between different languages or dialects depending on the social context. By highlighting the experiences of African Americans and other minority groups, the film sheds light on the impact of language on cultural identity, societal expectations, and opportunities.

Huey P. Newton: Prelude to Revolution is a documentary film that depicts the life and activism of Huey P. Newton, co-founder of the Black Panther Party. It explores his political activism, particularly his involvement in the African-American civil rights movement during the 1960s. The film provides an in-depth look into Newton's contributions to the party and his impact on politics and society.