

Black on Black Cinema | Black Movie Reviews
TNP Studios
Black on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast delivering in-depth reviews of Black films — from Oscar winners to hood classics, indie gems to blockbuster hits. Hosted by four Black men from Baltimore, we bring honest opinions, genuine disagreements, and conversations that matter to the Black community. We review: Spike Lee films, Jordan Peele films, Tyler Perry films, Black horror movies, Black indie films, Black action movies, Black comedies, classic Black cinema, new Black movie releases, Black TV shows and limited series, and everything in between. Featured on RogerEbert.com. Over 570 episodes and 13 years of Black film coverage. Topics include: Black film reviews, Black movie recommendations, Black cinema history, representation in Hollywood, Black horror, Black sci-fi, Blaxploitation classics, Black rom-coms, and cultural commentary from a Black perspective. New episodes weekly. Subscribe for your next movie night pick. 🎧 Also on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, and all major podcast platforms.Interested in sponsoring or advertising on this podcast? Contact us at ads@ossacollective.com. For programmatic ads, reach out to the Spreaker team below.
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Nov 13, 2014 • 1h 28min
Black on Black Cinema: Ep48: Repentance
This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew discuss the 2014 thriller, Repentance, starring Anthony Mackie and Forest Whitaker. The movie tells the story of a man who loses his mother prematurely and seeks the help of a life coach. black films, black movies, black people, Repentance, Anthony Mackie, Forest Whitaker, thrillerBlack on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

Nov 6, 2014 • 21min
Black on Black Cinema: Preview to Episode 48
This week in a whole new format, the crew is back to introduce the next film, which will be the 2013 thriller, Repentance starring Anthony Mackie and Forest Whitaker. The movie tells the story of a man who is haunted by the loss of his mother and the therapist who is trying to help him move on. Random Topic of Discussion: We turn on the 15 minute timer and discuss our views on grandstanding by black intellectuals, preachers, and so called social activists during events…specifically in Ferguson, MO as of late.Black on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

Oct 30, 2014 • 1h 55min
Black on Black Cinema: Ep47: Dear White People
This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew discuss the newly released 2014 racial satire, Dear White People. Directed, written, and produced by newcomer Justin Simien. Dear White People tells the story of 4 Black college students and their different journeys of self discovery in the minefield that college. Negotiating what it means to be an adult, Black, and an individual is the focus of their paths. black comedy, black films, black movies, black people, Dear White People, Justin Simiens, racism, Self Discovery, Tessa Thompson, Tyler James WilliamsBlack on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

Oct 23, 2014 • 8min
Black on Black Cinema: Preview to Episode 47
This week the next film is introduced, the 2014 satirical racial comedy entitled 'Dear White People.' Written and directed by first timer Justin Simien and starring Tyler James Williams, Dennis Haysbert, and Tessa Thompson.Black on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

Oct 16, 2014 • 1h 25min
Black on Black Cinema: Ep46: Pootie Tang
This week on Black on Black Cinema the crew discuss the 2001 ridiculous comedy film, Pootie Tang. The film stars Lance Crouther, J.B. Smoove, Wanda Sykes and Chris Rock. The story follows a neighborhood hero as he takes on corporate corruption and a variety of unique bad guys. Just plain silly as can be but very entertaining.Black on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

Oct 9, 2014 • 6min
Black on Black Cinema: Preview to Episode 46
This week the next film is introduced, a 2001 insane comedy. Take a listen to find out how insane!!! Clue: He doesn't need music to make a hit record.Black on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

Oct 2, 2014 • 2h 43min
Black on Black Cinema: Ep45: American Gangster
This week on Black on Black Cinema the crew discuss the 2007 crime/biopic film, American Gangster, starring Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe. The film tells the story of infamous drug lord, Frank Lucas, and his rise to power in Harlem, New York. Meanwhile an up and coming cop, Ritchie Roberts works to build a case to take down Lucas in the middle of dealing with corrupt cops, politicians, junkies, and everything in between. American Gangster, crime film, denzel washington, drug dealing, Frank Lucas, heroin, Ritchie Roberts, Russell Crowe, black movies, black filmsBlack on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

Sep 24, 2014 • 7min
Black on Black Cinema: Preview to Episode 45
This week the next film is introduced, the 2007 biopic/crime film, 'American Gangster.' The movie details the life of famed drug dealer, Frank Lucas as he rise to power as one of the most infamous gangsters in American history. The film stars Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe.Black on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

Sep 17, 2014 • 1h 58min
Black on Black Cinema: Ep44: N-Secure
N-Secure is the 2010 thriller (of sorts) that tells the tale of a David, a high powered executive who suffers from incredible insecurity issues due to the way his last relationship ended. David soon begins another one and goes overboard when he believes his girlfriend is unfaithful to him. Black Movies, N-Secure, Black Films, Black People, thrillerBlack on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).

Sep 10, 2014 • 5min
Black on Black Cinema: Preview to Episode 44
This week the next film is introduced, the 2010 romance thriller, 'N-Secure.' The movie tells the tale of a man who is consumed with insecurity based on the events of how his previous relationship ended.Black on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).


