In ISSUE #4, we present two African-American pioneers of the film industry; two sites dedicated to preserving, educating and honoring Africa Diaspora culture; two films of the "Soul-tastic" 1970s; and, as always, a fresh playlist worthy of any week day and the weekend!
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In ISSUE #4, we present two African-American pioneers of the film industry; two sites dedicated to preserving, educating and honoring Africa Diaspora culture; two films of the "Soul-tastic" 1970s; and, as always, a fresh playlist worthy of any week day and the weekend!
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BLACKListed Culture - Sounds IV
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On this list, you can enjoy everything from the lush sounds of classical jazz greats, Johnny Hartman and John Coltrane to hip-hop in its myriad of presentations, including vocalist Emeli Sandé, featuring the ever-elusive Jay Electronica; the groovin’ Mansur Brown; and Ohio’s own, Stalley … CHEERS!
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A Profile of Oscar Micheaux
Read about independent writer, film director, producer and entrepreneur Oscar Micheaux. The author of 7 novels, Micheaux, who was lauded as “The Czar of Black Hollywood”, was responsible for the creation of 48 films in a career that spanned more than 30 years!
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A Profile of Julie Dash
Learn of the amazing writer, producer and director Julie Dash and her incredible contributions to American culture. Her groundbreaking film, Daughters of the Dust, is centered upon themes of African Diaspora culture, Black woman-ity, memory, balance and legacy impacting a familial clan of Gullah heritage. Set on St. Helena Island at the beginning of the 1900s, Daughters of the Dust was the first feature film directed by a Black woman to receive theatrical distribution in the United States!
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Giraffe Manor
Experience the majesty and wonder of beautiful Nairobi, Kenya up close when you visit Giraffe Manor on holiday. Guests to this estate, whose vibrant history includes owners Jock and Betty Leslie-Melville, can learn of the African Fund for Endangered Wildlife, frequent the sanctuary grounds and even share a meal with the Rothschild giraffes that freely roam the grounds.
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St. Helena Island
Visit the historic St. Helena Islands to truly experience the diverse, beautiful and unique cultures of the Geechee, the Gullah and Sea Islands peoples. You will learn how these peoples remain true to their heritage, without exploitation and extermination, while protecting and promoting their own cultural way of life.
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Trouble Man (1972)
This crime mystery is centered upon Mr. T., a fearsome “fixer” of problems that plague the Black people of the South Central community in Los Angeles. A private eye, Mr. T. must learn the truth behind his recent hire before it’s too late, not only for his client but also for those closest to him!
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Uptown Saturday Night (1974)
Two working class men finally get the opportunity to be rich … however, their ticket, an actual lottery ticket, to Easy Street was taken from them when they were victims of a robbery.
Enjoy watching one of the most hilarious films, starring some of the greatest Black actors, in order to find out how this comedic tale ends!
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