Movies and TvShows featuring "black-community" theme.

Snowfall is a TV show that depicts the rise of the crack cocaine epidemic in Los Angeles in the 1980s. The story follows several characters as they navigate the dangerous and complex world of drugs, crime, and government conspiracies. The series explores the impact of the epidemic on the African-American community and the involvement of the CIA in drug trafficking.

The DL Chronicles is a series of short stories about men of color who lead double sex lives. Episode; Wes introduces us to Wes Thomas, an upwardly mobile real estate banker who is overwhelmed by the demands of his marriage, career, and closeted attraction to men. When Wes' sexy but ambivalent brother- in-law stops in for an unexpected stay, he is directly faced with temptation and ultimately falls for the forbidden fruit.

Two seasoned drug dealers return to the gritty street of London, but their pursuit of money and power is threatened by a young and ruthless hustler.

In Canton, Mississippi, a fearless young lawyer and his assistant defend a black man accused of murdering two white men who raped his ten-year-old daughter, inciting violent retribution and revenge from the Ku Klux Klan. The trial becomes a national media sensation, with the lawyer's family facing death threats and arson. As tensions rise and the trial progresses, the lawyer must navigate racial tension and deep-seated racism to fight for justice. In the end, he delivers a powerful closing argument that challenges the jury's prejudices and sparks hope for a fair outcome.

Led by Donna and Reverend W.C. Martin, 22 families from a rural Black church in the small East Texas town of Possum Trot adopt 77 of the most difficult-to-place kids in the foster system and kickstart a movement in the process.

Tells the story of the rise and fall of the Baltimore Police Department's Gun Trace Task Force and the corruption surrounding it.

Akeelah Anderson is a precocious 11-year-old girl from south Los Angeles with a gift for words. Despite the objections of her mother Tanya, Akeelah enters various spelling contests, for which she is tutored by the forthright Dr. Larabee, her principal Mr. Welch, and the proud residents of her neighborhood. Akeelah's aptitude earns her an opportunity to compete for a spot in the Scripps National Spelling Bee and in turn unites her neighborhood who witness the courage and inspiration of one amazing little girl.

Drumline: A New Beat is a movie about a young drummer who overcomes challenges and finds her own identity as she joins a college drumline. The movie explores themes of competition, team spirit, and self-discovery.

A captivating documentary that delves into the lives of individuals affected by the Hollywood blacklist during one of the darkest periods in American history. It sheds light on their struggles, resilience, and the lasting impact of political persecution.

Greased Lightning is a semi-biographical movie based on the life of Wendell Scott, a black race car driver in the deep south during the 1960s. Despite facing racism and discrimination, Scott becomes a successful stock car driver in the NASCAR circuit.

After losing his job, a young man named Tyson turns to stripping in order to support his struggling family. Along the way, he navigates the challenges of the male strip club scene and carries the weight of secret past.

After returning from the Vietnam War, a group of friends in the Bronx turn to a life of crime, robbing an armored truck but facing the consequences.

In 1920s Florida, a small-town sheriff investigates a race riot and discovers a dark history of racism, corruption, and wrongful accusations. As he delves deeper into the case, he uncovers shocking secrets and faces the challenge of overcoming deeply ingrained prejudice.

Daydream Therapy is set to Nina Simone’s haunting rendition of “Pirate Jenny” and concludes with Archie Shepp’s “Things Have Got to Change.” Filmed in Burton Chace Park in Marina del Rey by activist-turned-filmmaker Bernard Nicolas as his first project at UCLA, this short film poetically envisions the fantasy life of a hotel worker whose daydreams provide an escape from workplace indignities. —Allyson Nadia Field

Explore the tumultuous life of Marcus Mosiah Garvey Jr., a Jamaican political activist and advocate for Black Nationalism. From founding UNIA-ACL and finding prosperity through economic ventures to navigating financial hardships, assassination attempts, and politically motivated criminal charges, Garvey's impactful odyssey throughout Jamaica and America left an enduring imprint on history.

Car Wash follows the lives of the workers at a Los Angeles car wash, including their humorous interactions and challenges they face on a daily basis. The film combines comedy, drama, and romance, providing a diverse and entertaining portrayal of life at the car wash. Amidst the backdrop of a robbery and various personal struggles, the employees navigate through their ups and downs while embracing their unique personalities.

A teenage boy reluctantly turns to the streets to earn $6,000 a month for his mother's cancer medicine and quickly discovers that street money does not come easy. When an old family friend makes him a syndicate boss, jealousy and greed immediately turn his friends against him. With pressure mounting from all sides, he must choose between saving his mother’s life and saving his own.

An educated woman finds her world going in circles when she falls in love with a man then soon realizes that she is not finished with her past relationship. She gets confused and is caught between the two. Who will she choose, her past or her present?

L.A. Burning: The Riots 25 Years Later is a documentary film that provides an in-depth look at the 1992 Los Angeles riots. It explores the tensions between the police and the black community, highlighting the racial discrimination and police brutality that fueled the riots. The film also examines the lasting effects of the riots on race relations and the efforts made towards police reform.