Movies and TvShows featuring "nation-of-islam" theme.

A biographical epic that follows the life of Malcolm X, from his upbringing in poverty to his transformation into a prominent Black Nationalist leader as a member of the Nation of Islam. The film explores Malcolm X's journey, from his early years as a small-time gangster to his eventual assassination, highlighting his influential role in the civil rights movement and his struggle against racism.

In the segregated city of Miami, four influential African American figures: boxer Muhammad Ali, activist Malcolm X, singer Sam Cooke, and football player Jim Brown, meet in a hotel room. They engage in passionate discussions about their responsibility and impact on the Civil Rights Movement. Through a night of intense conversations, they reflect on their individual struggles, beliefs, and the state of the nation.

Blood Brothers: Malcolm X & Muhammad Ali is a biography documentary that explores the tragic yet powerful friendship between two African-American icons: Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali. The film delves into their shared experiences, the impact they had on each other's lives, and their contributions to African-American history. Through archive footage and interviews, the movie sheds light on their roles as father figures and mentors to each other, their involvement in the Nation of Islam, and the challenges they faced in a racially charged America. It also touches upon their achievements as professional sportsmen and their ultimate legacies.

The Black Power Mixtape 1967-1975 is a documentary film that explores the black power movement in the United States during the late 1960s and early 1970s. It provides a unique perspective on the movement through archival footage and interviews with activists and leaders of the time. The film covers a range of topics including political activism, the Black Panther Party, political assassinations, discrimination, and the impact of the movement on American politics and society.

In this stand-up comedy special, Chris Rock delivers a raw and satirical performance, touching on topics such as race, relationships, sex, drugs, and pop culture. With his unique style and sharp wit, Rock provides hilarious insights and commentary on societal issues.

Dharampal, a Hindu man, finds out that he was adopted and born to a Muslim family. This revelation creates a religious and cultural clash within him. As he tries to navigate through his newfound identity, he encounters various comic and dramatic situations that challenge his beliefs and prejudices.

The Trials of Muhammad Ali (2013) is a gripping documentary that delves into the life of the legendary boxer, Muhammad Ali. It chronicles his struggles against racism, his controversial conversion to Islam, and his fight against conscription during the Vietnam War.

Malcolm X tells the story of the influential civil rights leader, chronicling his transformation from a criminal to a charismatic advocate for African American rights.

The film expresses the history of oppression, discrimination, violence and hate in America. It was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Documentary Short.

Thrilla in Manila is a documentary film that tells the story of the legendary boxing match between Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier in 1975. It focuses on their intense rivalry, the build-up to the fight, and the aftermath. The film also explores the social and political aspects of the match, including Ali's conscientious objection to the Vietnam War and his affiliation with the Nation of Islam.

A television documentary about Black Nationalism in America, focusing on the Nation of Islam and, to a lesser extent, the United African Nationalist Movement.

This documentary attempts to go beyond the sensationalized media coverage and the stereotypes to examine several key conflicts from the point of view of both Black and Jewish activists.

A young man takes over as the head of a crack dealing outfit after his brother, the gang's leader, is murdered.

CBS News looks at Malcolm X, focusing on his public life from 1959 to his assassination in 1965, suggesting that his death was a great loss to the nation. The film intercuts archival footage of Malcolm and interviews with family, friends, colleagues, scholars, and writers. CBS documents Malcolm's move from being Elijah Muhammad's deputy in the Nation of Islam to his embrace of Islam: his new links with the civil rights movement posed a real threat to the powers that be. CBS details his death after secret FBI acts to increase the rift between Muhammad and Malcolm. Maya Angelou, Dick Gregory, and Andrew Young offer trenchant comments. "He was our manhood," eulogized Ossie Davis.