Will, a teenager from a rough neighborhood, is sent to live with wealthy relatives in Bel-Air, California. He must adjust to a new lifestyle while dealing with the culture clash and amusing situations that arise.
A seventeen-year-old Italian boy, Calogero, is torn between his hard-working father and a violent yet charismatic crime boss in the 1960s Bronx. As he navigates this environment, Calogero experiences a coming-of-age journey filled with loyalty, violence, and the struggle to understand his place in the world.
Controversy surrounds high school basketball coach Ken Carter after he benches his entire team for breaking their academic contract with him.
Set in the early 20th century, 'The Color Purple' tells the story of Celie Harris, a young African-American woman who endures various forms of abuse and oppression, including violence, racism, and sexism. Despite the struggles, Celie discovers her self-worth, builds relationships, and finds her own voice.
In South Central Los Angeles, three young men, Tre, Doughboy, and Ricky, navigate the challenges of growing up in a crime-ridden neighborhood. Tre seeks to succeed academically and avoid the allure of gang culture, while Doughboy becomes involved in drug dealing and Ricky pursues a football scholarship. The film explores themes of racial inequality, drugs, sex, and gang violence, leading to a tragic event that forces the characters to confront violence in their community.
To Kill a Mockingbird is a movie set in 1930s Alabama, where a small town lawyer named Atticus Finch defends a black man named Tom Robinson who is falsely accused of raping a white woman. The story revolves around the themes of racial prejudice, injustice, and the moral growth of the protagonist's children, Scout and Jem. The movie explores the impact of racism on society and the importance of standing up for what is right.
Raised by a single mother in poverty, Ray Charles goes blind at a young age. He finds solace in music and rises to stardom during the 1950s and 1960s.
A young teacher named Erin Gruwell inspires her racially divided class of at-risk students at Wilson High School in Long Beach, California to learn tolerance, apply themselves, and pursue education beyond high school. Based on a true story, Erin uses unconventional methods to engage her students, including having them keep diaries and teaching them about the Holocaust. Through her efforts, the students begin to transform their lives and find hope for the future.
A young man navigates through the dangerous streets of Los Angeles while facing issues of violence, drugs, poverty, and betrayal.
In the Heat of the Night is a crime drama film set in a small-town Mississippi. When a murder occurs, a black detective is reluctantly asked to help solve the case, revealing the racial tensions and prejudice in the community. With an unlikely partnership and against the odds, they work together to catch the killer. It explores themes of racism, justice, and the power of working together.
After being transported back in time to medieval England, a modern-day theme park employee must use his knowledge of the future to survive and find a way back home.
Woke is a satirical comedy series that follows the story of a cartoonist in San Francisco who wakes up to the realities of racial injustice after an incident with the police. The show explores themes of racism, identity, and social issues in a humorous and thought-provoking way.
When a young man inherits an airline, he decides to turn it into a party plane. Chaos and hilarity ensue as passengers navigate the outrageous events happening on board.
Street Flow is a powerful and intense crime drama that takes place in the banlieue. It explores the themes of racism, poverty, and the challenges faced by three brothers. The movie portrays the struggles they encounter in a society characterized by gangsta culture, where black people experience discrimination and limited opportunities. It delves into the lives of the characters, highlighting their relationships, hopes, and dreams. The story revolves around the brothers' journey to escape the vicious cycle of their environment and find a better life. Along the way, they encounter a tenacious lawyer, experience the realities of living in the projects, and discover the importance of family and personal growth.
In Breaking In, a mother finds herself in a dangerous situation when her home is invaded by criminals. She must use her wits and skills to outsmart the intruders and protect her children.
When a Harvard professor decides to take on the case of a death row inmate, he uncovers a web of corruption and deception that puts his own life in danger.
Coonskin is a dark and controversial animated crime film that follows the story of three African American characters who get involved in organized crime and face racism and social issues. The film uses satire and symbolism to explore race relations and stereotypes, while also containing elements of blaxploitation.
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.
Pinky, an African-American medical doctor, faces racial tension and prejudice in the old South. She navigates interracial love and friendship while dealing with a heart failure patient. As she grapples with the racial identity and confusion, Pinky discovers her own strength and fights against racism.
During World War II, an American lieutenant is accused of murder while held as a prisoner of war in a German prison camp. As he awaits trial, tensions rise among the prisoners and the truth about the murder slowly comes to light.