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Black on Black Cinema | Black Movie Reviews

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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 ... more

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In 1950, Hollywood put a young Black doctor, a hateful patient, and the language of racism on screen in a way audiences hadn't seen. This week on Black on Black Cinema, we're discussing No Way Out (1950), Joseph L. Mankiewicz's landmark social drama ... more

This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss why Nicki Minaj is being floated as White House Press Secretary, and the growing list of Black celebrities that feel the need to saddle up to the Trump administration. The next film to b... more

A mysterious VHS tape shows up in the mailbox, a children's TV host steps out of the television, and one mother has to get her son back. This week on Black on Black Cinema, we're reviewing Mr. Crocket (2024), the Hulu Original horror film from first ... more

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth wanted the whole country to watch the military's Dec. 3 capital punishment of Fort Hood terrorist, Nidal Hasan, and the Pentagon confirmed it would be livestreamed. In this preview episode of Black on Black Cinema, we a... more

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Recent Guests

Tamar Braxton
Guest actor
Episode: Stepfather (2026): Unhinged Dialogue and Recycled Storylines
Joy Lee
Spike Lee's sister and a guest on the podcast discussing the film
Episode: She's Gotta Have It (REVIEW): Unapologetic Feminine Sexuality | Ep293
Ta-Nehisi Coates
Prominent author and journalist known for his writings on African American culture and politics.
The Atlantic
Episode: Understanding Your Societal Blind Spots (Ta-Nehisi Coates vs Ezra Klein)
Ezra Klein
Journalist and co-founder of Vox, known for his political commentary and analysis.
The New York Times
Episode: Understanding Your Societal Blind Spots (Ta-Nehisi Coates vs Ezra Klein)

Hosts

Jay
Black film reviewer from Baltimore
Micah
Black film reviewer from Baltimore
Terrence
T'ara

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 510 ratings
  • Like most black things, this podcast is incredibly good and incredibly under appreciated

    I’ve been listening to the pod for almost 10 years now (since The Perfect Guy) and it’s been worth every minute. You guys are hilarious, genuine, and passionate, and that’s something in increasingly rare order these days. Your insight and quality has done nothing but grow with time. As a black man in both a predominately white world and white profession, the four of you have always made me feel less tokened. You help remind me that I can be both introspective and a real negro too! Keep up the ph... more

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    Sam Sanders IV
    United States5 months ago
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    Ton613
    10 months ago
  • Missed opportunity

    So much potential…but they can’t go 30 seconds without laughing or giggling at something. No exaggeration. It’s like listening to high schoolers. And it’s disappointing because without that, it would probably be a great podcast. There seems to be something about movie podcasts in particular that turn people into wannabe comedians or grown children.

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    Bo Chilla
    United States2 years ago
  • These guys always bring the funny

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    Marcus77
    3 years ago
  • Great podcast. A must listen every week

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    Marcus77
    3 years ago

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The film-focused format and broad range of titles appeal to listeners seeking both recommendations and critical discussion.
Listeners praise the hosts' humor, chemistry, candid disagreements, and distinct perspectives.
Many value the detailed reviews and cultural context, and say the discussions introduce them to films they might otherwise miss.
Some listeners find the laughter and off-topic tangents distracting, especially when they interrupt film analysis.

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She's Gotta Have It (REVIEW): Unapologetic Feminine Sexuality | Ep293
Q: What did you think of the film?
I thought it was an interesting exploration of female sexuality, though the execution suffered due to it being a debut film.
Episode 263: "Bad Boys For Life" (REVIEW) - Black on Black Cinema
Q: How did the hosts feel about the action sequences?
The hosts enjoyed the action scenes overall, noting a lack of signature shots compared to earlier films in the series.

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What is Black on Black Cinema about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly roundtable reviews of Black cinema, from classic and independent films to contemporary releases, horror, comedy, drama, and television. Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara bring distinct reactions to performances, writing, direction, genre conventions, and how films portray Black life. Movie discussions often include candid disagreements, humor, and personal and cultural context; occasional current-events conversations extend that perspective to race, politics, and media representation. The format is conversational and opinionated, with close attention to both a film's craft and its cultural meaning. Listeners looking for Black-centered criticism that welcomes strong reactions rather than consensus, or for recommendations beyond familiar... more

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