Welcome to our platform, where we aim to provide comprehensive documentation and historical context for African American cinematic productions. Through film histories, filmographies, analyses, video essays, and scholar interviews, we offer a narrative-driven resource that combines historical timelines with theoretical discussions and artist conversations. Our platform highlights the significant cinematic and scholarly developments of the 1980s and 1990s, showcasing the emergence of African American Cinema Studies and its impact on film, television, academia, and activism during this pivotal era.
Discover how African American cinema has influenced culture, activism, and representation. Explore the lesser-known independent films that have shaped African American cinema.
Through in-depth analyses, gain insights into the themes, techniques, and cultural significance of African American films. You will also learn about the historical milestones and transformative moments in African American cinema.
Delve into the rich and diverse histories of African American cinema, from its early beginnings to the present day.