Self
In 1971, director Melvin Van Peebles turned the figure of the black hero in US cinema upside down with Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song: the story of the making of a seminal movie that initiated the Blaxploitation movement, a short-lived but highly influential sub-genre in the years that followed.
Self
A look at the extraordinary achievements and contemporary legacy of Oscar Micheaux, a pioneer of the African-American film industry.
Grandpa V.
В эпицентре сюжета оказывается бывший офицер армии США, который вышел в отставку. Он пытается забыть весь ужас военной службы и начать жить на гражданке с чистого листа. Однако, прошлое его не отпускает. Однажды на его пороге появляется бывший коллега по службе. За обоюдным разговором, мужчина рассказал главному герою жуткую новость. Оказывается, все сотрудники его отдела стали проявлять симптомы некоего заражения. Он просит бывшего офицера разобраться в этом происшествии, ведь здесь явно замешаны опыты над военнослужащими.
Grandpa Peeples
Главный герой этой картины пробирается на семейное торжество Пиплзов, чтобы сделать предложение их красавице-дочери.
Himself (Interviewee)
The film looks at men and women of color in the U.S. Merchant Marine from 1938-1975. Through chronicling the lives of these men and women who, with a median age of 82, are beset with a host of life-threatening illnesses, the movie tells how they navigated issues of racism, disparities in the workplace, gender and familial relations.
Elmo
In Tennessee, Bailey, a debt-straddled blues guitarist, is escorted across the state by a man named Augy so that he can collect his recently deceased grandfather's estate. A drama focused on an individual's spiritual redemption.
Self (voice)
Examines the evolution of the Black Power Movement in US society from 1967 to 1975. It features footage of the movement shot by Swedish journalists in the United States during that period and includes the appearances of Angela Davis, Bobby Seale, Huey P. Newton, Eldridge Cleaver, and other activists, artists, and leaders central to the movement.
A documentary looking at the making and legacy of The Spook Who Sat by the Door (1973).
Self
A look at the development of film making and its contribution to the social and political times form the perspective of Black film makers.
THE BLACK LIST: VOL. 2 profiles some of today's most fascinating African-Americans. From the childhood inspirations that shaped their ambitions, to the evolving American landscape they helped define, to the importance of preserving a unique cultural identity for future generations, these prominent individuals offer a unique look into the zeitgeist of black America, redefining the traditional pejorative notion of a blacklist.
Writer
A semi-autobiographical story about an adventurer whose journeys take him from Harlem to the high seas and back again
A semi-autobiographical story about an adventurer whose journeys take him from Harlem to the high seas and back again
Director
A semi-autobiographical story about an adventurer whose journeys take him from Harlem to the high seas and back again
Himself
Документальная история о рождении и закате знаменитого нью-йоркского ночного клуба «Plato»s Retreat», ненадолго воплотившейся утопии свободной любви. Именно в Плато началась в конце 1970-х волна увлечения добропорядочных американских граждан групповым сексом. В фильме использованы уникальные архивные материалы — не только эротического характера.
George
BLACKOUT takes you inside the personal journey of what went down and what it was really like in Brooklyn, NY on August 14. It examines the nature of man to take advantage of his own fellow man outside of normal conditions, in times of weakness and vulnerability
Торговец наркотиками решает завязать со своим преступным прошлым и зажить порядочной жизнью, став честным и всеми уважаемым гражданином. Но все его благие намерения идут прахом, когда он соглашается прийти на день рождения своего приятеля-гангстера. Вновь оказавшись в самом центре разборок между уголовными преступниками и продажными полицейскими, он бежит с вечеринки, прихватив с собой красавицу-танцовщицу и чемоданчик, доверху набитый долларами. Спасаясь от преследования, он мчится навстречу своей судьбе, уготовившей ему невероятные приключения…
Self
An interview/overview on the influential careers of Gordon Parks, Ossie Davis, and Melvin Van Peebles.
Melvin Van Peebles was one of the first black directors to challenge the white establishment in his films, which include "Watermelon Man" and "Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song." In this documentary, the life of Van Peebles is discussed, including his work not only in film, but also as a novelist, actor, musician, stock trader and even Air Force pilot. Interview subjects include Gil Scott-Heron, Spike lee and Melvin's son and fellow filmmaker, Mario Van Peebles.
Writer
Режиссер Марио Ван Пиблз ведет хронику сложной постановки классического фильма своего отца Мелвина.
Director
This twenty-two minute interview with Melvin Van Peebles has the cult filmmaker starting things off by lighting a cigar, which is something he has done in several interviews. From here he talks about the making of his hit film SWEET SWEETBACK'S BAADASSSSS SONG, which of course broke all sorts of records and is what would kick start the blaxploitation genre. If you're a fan of the film or the director then you should enjoy this featurette, which tries to have a raw look like the film in question, although the effect here is a bit lame. With that said, there are still some very good stories told including one about a STD Van Peebles got during one of the scenes in the film. He talks about a few specific scenes in the picture as well as the now infamous one featuring his son in a sex scene. There's nothing ground-breaking here but it's certainly an entertaining interview.
Himself
This twenty-two minute interview with Melvin Van Peebles has the cult filmmaker starting things off by lighting a cigar, which is something he has done in several interviews. From here he talks about the making of his hit film SWEET SWEETBACK'S BAADASSSSS SONG, which of course broke all sorts of records and is what would kick start the blaxploitation genre. If you're a fan of the film or the director then you should enjoy this featurette, which tries to have a raw look like the film in question, although the effect here is a bit lame. With that said, there are still some very good stories told including one about a STD Van Peebles got during one of the scenes in the film. He talks about a few specific scenes in the picture as well as the now infamous one featuring his son in a sex scene. There's nothing ground-breaking here but it's certainly an entertaining interview.
Sweetback
Злой сын Санта Клауса Дэмиан вместе со своим подручным оленем Блитценом захватывает власть на Северном полюсе. Он мечтает искоренить еврейский зимний праздник Хануку. Узнав об этом, супергерой Мордехай Джефферсон Карвер в компании знойной и смертоносной Эстер, дочери Вождя ЛЕСа (Лиги Еврейской Справедливости) Блуменбергенштайненталя, и Лидера ФАКа (Фронта Асвабаждения Кванзы) Мохаммеда Али Полы Абдул Рахима отправляется на Северный полюс разбираться с Дэмианом Клаусом.
Self
With archive film clips and interviews, this brief look at a frequently overlooked historical period of filmmaking acts as an introduction rather than a complete record. It features interviews with some of the genre's biggest stars, like Fred Williamson, Pam Grier, and Richard Roundtree. Director Melvin Van Peebles discusses the historical importance of his landmark film Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song. For a contemporary perspective, the excitable Quentin Tarantino offers his spirited commentary and author/critic bell hooks provides some scholarly social analysis.
Music
Maverick director Melvin Van Peebles translates his own satirical novel to the screen with this multi-national portrait of race, class, and hypocrisy. The film's title refers to the name of a haute cuisine restaurant run by a self-satisfied conservative couple, Henri and Loretta. When the two find themselves overworked in the kitchen, they retreat to the local orphanage to find some cheap waitressing help, and the teenaged Diamantine fits the bill perfectly. The haughty couple has more plans for the girl than just waiting tables, however -- the conspicuously accommodating Henri and Loretta are actually bad-mouthing the girl behind her back to the townspeople and the restaurant's patrons. They go so far as to ask the naive Diamantine to pretend that she's pregnant, and she complies under the assumption that it's a harmless prank. When their intentions are revealed, however, the girl becomes wise to the couple's self-satisfied scheming, and sets her sights on revenge.
Delegated Producer
Maverick director Melvin Van Peebles translates his own satirical novel to the screen with this multi-national portrait of race, class, and hypocrisy. The film's title refers to the name of a haute cuisine restaurant run by a self-satisfied conservative couple, Henri and Loretta. When the two find themselves overworked in the kitchen, they retreat to the local orphanage to find some cheap waitressing help, and the teenaged Diamantine fits the bill perfectly. The haughty couple has more plans for the girl than just waiting tables, however -- the conspicuously accommodating Henri and Loretta are actually bad-mouthing the girl behind her back to the townspeople and the restaurant's patrons. They go so far as to ask the naive Diamantine to pretend that she's pregnant, and she complies under the assumption that it's a harmless prank. When their intentions are revealed, however, the girl becomes wise to the couple's self-satisfied scheming, and sets her sights on revenge.
Writer
Maverick director Melvin Van Peebles translates his own satirical novel to the screen with this multi-national portrait of race, class, and hypocrisy. The film's title refers to the name of a haute cuisine restaurant run by a self-satisfied conservative couple, Henri and Loretta. When the two find themselves overworked in the kitchen, they retreat to the local orphanage to find some cheap waitressing help, and the teenaged Diamantine fits the bill perfectly. The haughty couple has more plans for the girl than just waiting tables, however -- the conspicuously accommodating Henri and Loretta are actually bad-mouthing the girl behind her back to the townspeople and the restaurant's patrons. They go so far as to ask the naive Diamantine to pretend that she's pregnant, and she complies under the assumption that it's a harmless prank. When their intentions are revealed, however, the girl becomes wise to the couple's self-satisfied scheming, and sets her sights on revenge.
Director
Maverick director Melvin Van Peebles translates his own satirical novel to the screen with this multi-national portrait of race, class, and hypocrisy. The film's title refers to the name of a haute cuisine restaurant run by a self-satisfied conservative couple, Henri and Loretta. When the two find themselves overworked in the kitchen, they retreat to the local orphanage to find some cheap waitressing help, and the teenaged Diamantine fits the bill perfectly. The haughty couple has more plans for the girl than just waiting tables, however -- the conspicuously accommodating Henri and Loretta are actually bad-mouthing the girl behind her back to the townspeople and the restaurant's patrons. They go so far as to ask the naive Diamantine to pretend that she's pregnant, and she complies under the assumption that it's a harmless prank. When their intentions are revealed, however, the girl becomes wise to the couple's self-satisfied scheming, and sets her sights on revenge.
Himself
Writer
A history of the racially stereotyped portrayal of African Americans in cinema, hosted by film pioneer Melvin Van Peebles.
Himself
A history of the racially stereotyped portrayal of African Americans in cinema, hosted by film pioneer Melvin Van Peebles.
Vernon
In April 1992, following the notorious Rodney King verdict, the streets of Los Angeles became a battlefield, the backdrop to four personal intertwined stories.
Mr. Bucket
Drama about a young man who defies his parents by dropping out of college to pursue his dream of owning a fishing boat, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather.
Andre Speier
A black police officer discovers a cell of white supremacist vigilantes within his department.
Producer
A black police officer discovers a cell of white supremacist vigilantes within his department.
Director
A black police officer discovers a cell of white supremacist vigilantes within his department.
Director
A series of erotic short films, all with similar unexpected endings.
Old Jail Bird
Panther is a semi-historic film about the origins of The Black Panther Party for Self-Defense. The movie spans about 3 years (1966-68) of the Black Panther's history in Oakland. Panther also uses historical footage (B/W) to emphasize some points.
Screenplay
Panther is a semi-historic film about the origins of The Black Panther Party for Self-Defense. The movie spans about 3 years (1966-68) of the Black Panther's history in Oakland. Panther also uses historical footage (B/W) to emphasize some points.
Producer
Panther is a semi-historic film about the origins of The Black Panther Party for Self-Defense. The movie spans about 3 years (1966-68) of the Black Panther's history in Oakland. Panther also uses historical footage (B/W) to emphasize some points.
Novel
Panther is a semi-historic film about the origins of The Black Panther Party for Self-Defense. The movie spans about 3 years (1966-68) of the Black Panther's history in Oakland. Panther also uses historical footage (B/W) to emphasize some points.
Asher
Земля будущего после очередной катастрофы: не хватает воды и пищи, солдаты «Южного Креста» пытаются всех обратить в рабство и установить свой порядок.
Последняя свободная школа боевых искусств «Северная Звезда» и ее надежда Кенширо — мистический мастер восточных единоборств — последний оплот чести и справедливости в этом жестоком мире. Его соперник — Шина должен сразиться с ним, и в живых останется только один.
Editor
A young boy receives a mystical motorcycle that transforms into a woman when he rides it at night.
Original Music Composer
A young boy receives a mystical motorcycle that transforms into a woman when he rides it at night.
Producer
A young boy receives a mystical motorcycle that transforms into a woman when he rides it at night.
Writer
A young boy receives a mystical motorcycle that transforms into a woman when he rides it at night.
Director
A young boy receives a mystical motorcycle that transforms into a woman when he rides it at night.
Noble
Броди — бесстрашный инструктор по парашютному спорту. Его новая очаровательная ученица быстро постигает азы этой опасной науки. Но во время первого совместного прыжка она погибает. Однако Броди не узнает в погибшей свою подопечную… Пытаясь найти разгадку, он оказывается в эпицентре дерзкого преступления: русские террористы, бывшие агенты КГБ, похищают самолет с золотом. И тогда судьба снова сводит его с бывшей ученицей…
self
Arrabal's sixth film based on his novel from 1969 with the same name as the movie.
Melvin Van Peebles
Юному киноману Дэнни Мэдигану достается волшебный билет, который переносит его на другую сторону экрана. Мальчик оказывается рядом со своим любимым персонажем, знаменитым полицейским Джеком Слэйтером, и становится полноправным участником всех событий напряженного боевика.Впереди напарников ждет самое страшное испытание: Джек и Дэнни попадают в реальный мир, где непобедимый герой теряет свою фантастическую силу, и теперь он может погибнуть, как любой смертный. А для настоящих преступников непревзойденный супермен — всего лишь очередная мишень…
Papa Joe
1898 год. Джесси Ли и его друзья Малыш Джей, гигант Обобо, Уизи, Ангел сражаются в испано - американской войне на Кубе. Предательство полковника Грэхэма толкает Джесси и его друзей на создание собственного отряда, который готов к мести и взывает к справедливости...
Editor
Никто не умеет соблазнять женщин так, как Маркус Грэм. В этой области он непревзойденный и уникальный специалист. Его чары действуют безотказно и наповал. Выбрав даму сердца, Маркус совращает ее самым изысканным образом и отпускает на все четыре стороны.После чего победитель гордо шествует дальше, оставляя за собой очередную несчастную с разбитым сердцем. И так могло бы продолжаться бесконечно, если бы на пути у ловеласа не встретились две неотразимые женщины, разбившие его чары в пух и прах. О том, смогут ли роковые дамы вылечить неисправимого бабника и наставить его на путь истинный, Вы узнаете, посмотрев эту очаровательную комедию.
Taxi Driver
In order to escape from the mob, an African-American man must disguise himself as a white man.
Self
The Behind-the-Scenes documentary of the dramatic comedy Do the Right Thing.
Director
Put your fingers in the holes and let them do the walking - right into the world of 976-STUD! New comers April West and Amanda Tyler head a cast of sex hungry stars. The girls take a problem into their own hands and work it up for the ultimate sexual payoff - pleasure! The men of 976-STUD are waiting for your call ladies, so do yourself a favor and dial...
Editor
A rapper finds himself possessed by the soul of a dead fashion designer; frequently switching personalities.
Producer
A rapper finds himself possessed by the soul of a dead fashion designer; frequently switching personalities.
The Inspector
A rapper finds himself possessed by the soul of a dead fashion designer; frequently switching personalities.
Director
A rapper finds himself possessed by the soul of a dead fashion designer; frequently switching personalities.
Hawk
14-year-old Enid Crowley hates her name and everything about her boring life. All this changes when she becomes a full-time babysitter to a sheltered boy. The two hook up for some hilarious adventures in the park with a mysterious bag lady and a street musician. With the help of Enid's boyfriend, Seth, they try to give the park dwellers a "special evening," but their good deed backfires and lands them in trouble.
Mr. Witherspoon
Полицейский Мартин Броди умирает от сердечного приступа. Его младший сын Шон погибает в схватке с большой белой акулой. Эллен Броди абсолютно убеждена, что гигантское белое чудовище мстит ее семье. Миссис Броди летит на Багамы к старшему сыну Майклу, который работает морским биологом, чтобы предупредить о смертельной опасности…
Interviewed Man
The zany crew of a New York cable TV station accidentally bounce a signal off the moon, bringing them worldwide attention.
Wino Bob
O.C. and Stiggs aren't your average unhappy teenagers. They not only despise their suburban surroundings, they plot against it. They seek revenge against the middle class Schwab family, who embody all they detest: middle class.
Writer
Upon learning that their grandmother is not long for this world, Nate and Priscilla Simmons pack up their kids and leave Detroit to head down South. Eventually, the family rediscovers its African-American roots and elects to stay in their new rural surroundings.
Himself
A documentary film about the Afro-American Woodstock concert held in Los Angeles seven years after the Watts riots. Director Mel Stuart mixes footage from the concert with footage of the living conditions in the current day Watts neighborhood. The film won the Golden Globe for Best Documentary Film.
Songs
The comedic tale of two minions of the devil who crash a Harlem party thrown by Miss Maybell with high hopes of destroying its festive atmosphere. The first of the imps to arrive, Trinity, loses sight of his mission and consequently falls in love with Miss Maybell's impressionable young niece Earnestine. Trinity is later joined by Brother Dave, his older, more jaded partner. But as Dave pulls out all the stops to dampen the mood, he serves only to enhance the partygoers' good spirits.
Screenplay
The comedic tale of two minions of the devil who crash a Harlem party thrown by Miss Maybell with high hopes of destroying its festive atmosphere. The first of the imps to arrive, Trinity, loses sight of his mission and consequently falls in love with Miss Maybell's impressionable young niece Earnestine. Trinity is later joined by Brother Dave, his older, more jaded partner. But as Dave pulls out all the stops to dampen the mood, he serves only to enhance the partygoers' good spirits.
Theatre Play
The comedic tale of two minions of the devil who crash a Harlem party thrown by Miss Maybell with high hopes of destroying its festive atmosphere. The first of the imps to arrive, Trinity, loses sight of his mission and consequently falls in love with Miss Maybell's impressionable young niece Earnestine. Trinity is later joined by Brother Dave, his older, more jaded partner. But as Dave pulls out all the stops to dampen the mood, he serves only to enhance the partygoers' good spirits.
Editor
The comedic tale of two minions of the devil who crash a Harlem party thrown by Miss Maybell with high hopes of destroying its festive atmosphere. The first of the imps to arrive, Trinity, loses sight of his mission and consequently falls in love with Miss Maybell's impressionable young niece Earnestine. Trinity is later joined by Brother Dave, his older, more jaded partner. But as Dave pulls out all the stops to dampen the mood, he serves only to enhance the partygoers' good spirits.
Music
The comedic tale of two minions of the devil who crash a Harlem party thrown by Miss Maybell with high hopes of destroying its festive atmosphere. The first of the imps to arrive, Trinity, loses sight of his mission and consequently falls in love with Miss Maybell's impressionable young niece Earnestine. Trinity is later joined by Brother Dave, his older, more jaded partner. But as Dave pulls out all the stops to dampen the mood, he serves only to enhance the partygoers' good spirits.
Director
The comedic tale of two minions of the devil who crash a Harlem party thrown by Miss Maybell with high hopes of destroying its festive atmosphere. The first of the imps to arrive, Trinity, loses sight of his mission and consequently falls in love with Miss Maybell's impressionable young niece Earnestine. Trinity is later joined by Brother Dave, his older, more jaded partner. But as Dave pulls out all the stops to dampen the mood, he serves only to enhance the partygoers' good spirits.
Sweetback
Двенадцатилетний мальчик работает в борделе, а, повзрослев, начинает выступать в секс-шоу в южной части Лос-Анджелеса. Наблюдая, как двое белых полицейских собираются избить молодого черного бунтаря, Свитбек, рискуя жизнью, набрасывается на служителей порядка.
Editor
Двенадцатилетний мальчик работает в борделе, а, повзрослев, начинает выступать в секс-шоу в южной части Лос-Анджелеса. Наблюдая, как двое белых полицейских собираются избить молодого черного бунтаря, Свитбек, рискуя жизнью, набрасывается на служителей порядка.
Music
Двенадцатилетний мальчик работает в борделе, а, повзрослев, начинает выступать в секс-шоу в южной части Лос-Анджелеса. Наблюдая, как двое белых полицейских собираются избить молодого черного бунтаря, Свитбек, рискуя жизнью, набрасывается на служителей порядка.
Screenplay
Двенадцатилетний мальчик работает в борделе, а, повзрослев, начинает выступать в секс-шоу в южной части Лос-Анджелеса. Наблюдая, как двое белых полицейских собираются избить молодого черного бунтаря, Свитбек, рискуя жизнью, набрасывается на служителей порядка.
Producer
Двенадцатилетний мальчик работает в борделе, а, повзрослев, начинает выступать в секс-шоу в южной части Лос-Анджелеса. Наблюдая, как двое белых полицейских собираются избить молодого черного бунтаря, Свитбек, рискуя жизнью, набрасывается на служителей порядка.
Director
Двенадцатилетний мальчик работает в борделе, а, повзрослев, начинает выступать в секс-шоу в южной части Лос-Анджелеса. Наблюдая, как двое белых полицейских собираются избить молодого черного бунтаря, Свитбек, рискуя жизнью, набрасывается на служителей порядка.
Sign Painter
Jeff Gerber, a racist insurance agent and fitness freak, lives in a typical suburban neighborhood. But Jeff's bigoted world of taunting and harassing black people on and off the job is turned upside down when his skin inexplicably turns dark overnight. As Jeff tries to come to terms with this unexplained phenomenon that has befallen him, he soon becomes the victim himself, when all of his friends and neighbors suddenly shun and harass him.
Original Music Composer
Jeff Gerber, a racist insurance agent and fitness freak, lives in a typical suburban neighborhood. But Jeff's bigoted world of taunting and harassing black people on and off the job is turned upside down when his skin inexplicably turns dark overnight. As Jeff tries to come to terms with this unexplained phenomenon that has befallen him, he soon becomes the victim himself, when all of his friends and neighbors suddenly shun and harass him.
Director
Jeff Gerber, a racist insurance agent and fitness freak, lives in a typical suburban neighborhood. But Jeff's bigoted world of taunting and harassing black people on and off the job is turned upside down when his skin inexplicably turns dark overnight. As Jeff tries to come to terms with this unexplained phenomenon that has befallen him, he soon becomes the victim himself, when all of his friends and neighbors suddenly shun and harass him.
Writer
История любви и расставания Сержа Фаберже и Эвлин. Серж - успешный режиссёр, снимающий рекламные ролики, его работы отмечаются на фестивалях. Эвлин никак не может разобраться, кого она любит, кто ей нужен.
Music
Turner (Harry Baird), an African American soldier stationed in France, is granted a promotion and a three-day leave from base by his casually racist commanding officer and heads to Paris, where he finds whirlwind romance with a white woman (Nicole Berger)—but what happens to their love when his furlough is over?
Writer
Turner (Harry Baird), an African American soldier stationed in France, is granted a promotion and a three-day leave from base by his casually racist commanding officer and heads to Paris, where he finds whirlwind romance with a white woman (Nicole Berger)—but what happens to their love when his furlough is over?
Director
Turner (Harry Baird), an African American soldier stationed in France, is granted a promotion and a three-day leave from base by his casually racist commanding officer and heads to Paris, where he finds whirlwind romance with a white woman (Nicole Berger)—but what happens to their love when his furlough is over?
Original Music Composer
A boy sees a 500-franc note under a sewer grate and tries to retrieve it.
Writer
A boy sees a 500-franc note under a sewer grate and tries to retrieve it.
Director
A boy sees a 500-franc note under a sewer grate and tries to retrieve it.
Writer
The second short film Melvin Van Peebles made in San Francisco before decamping for Europe is a striking portrait of a group of day labourers competing to secure a job.
Director
The second short film Melvin Van Peebles made in San Francisco before decamping for Europe is a striking portrait of a group of day labourers competing to secure a job.
A black man steals to afford to marry the woman he loves. After being released from prison, he returns in time to see his daughter's wedding.
Director
A black man steals to afford to marry the woman he loves. After being released from prison, he returns in time to see his daughter's wedding.
