Forrest Gump, with an IQ of 75, narrates his life story from the 1950s to the '70s. Raised in Alabama, he meets Jenny and they have parallel lives. Forrest excels in running, goes to college, enlists in the army, becomes a war hero, learns ping-pong, reunites with Jenny, starts a shrimping business, becomes a wealthy man, and eventually marries Jenny. They have a son and live a happy life until Jenny's death.
Black Panther Party co-founder Huey P. Newton enlists an unlikely ally—Hollywood producer Bert Schneider—to elude an FBI manhunt and escape to Cuba.
Plot: A documentary series which follows the life and legacy of Tupac Shakur and his mother, the Black Panther activist Afeni Shakur.
In 1971 London, a politically active couple set out to free a political prisoner and wage a resistance against a racist police force.
Black Panther is a fictional African superhero who protects the fictional African country of Wakanda. He is a king and a member of a superhero team. The show showcases his superhero actions and adventures.
Ron Stallworth, the first black police officer in Colorado Springs, successfully infiltrates the Ku Klux Klan with the aid of a Jewish surrogate. As Ron investigates the Klan's activities, he forms a relationship with Patrice, the leader of the Black Student Union. Together, they navigate the complexities of racism, undercover work, and the growing threat of the Klan. Based on true events, this film explores themes of race relations, undercover detective work, and the fight against white supremacy in 1970s America.
In 1968, during the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, massive protests against the Vietnam War occurred. After a curfew was imposed, the protests escalated into a police riot. Seven demonstrators, including Abbie Hoffman, Jerry Rubin, Bobby Seale, and others, were charged with conspiracy. The story revolves around their trial and the events leading up to it.
Hi, Mom! (1970) is an experimental film that takes place in New York City during the 1970s. It follows the story of a Vietnam War veteran who becomes a peeping Tom, using his camera to explore the lives of his neighbors in an apartment building. The film delves into themes of voyeurism, social activism, and revolution, touching on racial issues and the Black Panther Party. With elements of comedy and drama, Hi, Mom! provides a unique perspective on urban life and the struggles of the time.
Seberg is a biographical drama thriller that follows the life of Jean Seberg, a French author. Set in Los Angeles during the 1960s, the film explores Seberg's involvement with the Black Panther Party and the FBI's surveillance of her. It delves into her interracial relationship, the smear campaign against her, and the impact it had on her personal and professional life.
As Cecil Gaines serves eight presidents at the White House, the civil rights movement, Vietnam, and other major events shape his life, family, and American society. This film tells the story of Cecil Gaines, a White House butler who served eight American presidents over three decades. The film traces the dramatic changes that swept American society during this time, from the civil rights movement to Vietnam and beyond, and how those changes affected this man's life and family.
Judas and the Black Messiah tells the true story of Fred Hampton, the Chairman of the Illinois chapter of the Black Panther Party, and William O'Neal, an FBI informant who infiltrates the party with the intention of betraying Hampton. Set against the backdrop of the civil rights movement and political turmoil, the film explores themes of trust, betrayal, and the fight for equality. As tensions rise and violence erupts, O'Neal is forced to confront his loyalties and the consequences of his actions.
This documentary provides an in-depth look at the Black Panther Party in Oakland, California in 1968. It covers their political rallies, demonstrations, interviews, and the social unrest surrounding police brutality. The film also highlights the party's impact on African-American politics and their efforts to combat racial inequality.
Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song is a gritty and groundbreaking blaxploitation film from 1971. It follows the story of a black male prostitute who goes on the run after killing two racist cops who were assaulting a young black man. As Sweetback evades capture, the film explores themes of racism, activism, and the struggle for freedom.
Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution is a documentary that follows a group of teenagers with disabilities who attend a summer camp in the 1970s. The camp becomes a catalyst for the disability rights movement, as the campers fight for equal rights and accessibility. Through their activism and protests, they challenge societal norms and push for legislation such as the Americans with Disabilities Act. The film showcases their journey of overcoming adversity, building self-esteem, and advocating for a more inclusive society.
New York City, October 10, 1965. A group of wooden giant figures from Pamplona, representing Basque culture and traditions, parade down the street; but the local authorities have not allowed the appearance of all of them: due to the racial prejudices that persist in many sectors of society, the participation of two black giants has been banned.
If Not Us, Who? is a movie that explores the cultural revolution, leftist radicalism, and the personal lives of individuals in 1960s Germany. It delves into topics such as open relationships, sexuality, terrorism, and the impact of political movements on family relationships.
The Black Panthers: Vanguard of the Revolution is a documentary that explores the history and impact of the Black Panther Party in the 1960s. It delves into their activism, political radicalism, and clashes with law enforcement, as well as their efforts to empower the Black community through social welfare programs. The film also sheds light on the government's surveillance and persecution of the party members.
William Francome is a fairly typical, white middle-class guy. Typical except for the fact that he is about to embark on a journey into the dark heart of the American judicial system; the tangled world of renowned Death Row prisoner Mumia Abu-Jamal.
A Huey P. Newton Story is a captivating movie that delves into the life of Huey P. Newton, a key figure in the Black Panther Party. The film explores Newton's struggles, his fight against racial inequality, and his ultimate influence on the civil rights movement. It showcases his impact on African-American history, delving into themes of empowerment, activism, and political resistance.
Festival panafricain d'Alger is a documentary by William Klein of the music and dance festival held 40 years ago in the streets and in venues all across Algiers. Klein follows the preparations, the rehearsals, the concerts… He blends images of interviews made to writers and advocates of the freedom movements with stock images, thus allowing him to touch on such matters as colonialism, neocolonialism, colonial exploitation, the struggles and battles of the revolutionary movements for Independence.