Great African-American Biopics
Don't miss Mary J. Blige tonight on 106!
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Betty & Coretta - Betty & Coretta will tell the story of the relationship and bond that Betty Shabazz and Coretta Scott King shared as the wives of civil rights leaders Malcolm X and Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. respectively. Angela Bassett has already played Betty Shabazz in 1992's Spike Lee Joint, Malcolm X, so it'll be interesting to see how she takes on Coretta Scott King. It'll also be amazing to see Mary J. Blige show off her acting chops. Don't miss Mary J. Blige tonight on 106 at 6P/5C to discuss the biopic and let you know what to expect. (Photo: Sanitsky Company)
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Cadillac Records - Cadillac Records follows music during the time of "race records" and when Etta James (played by Beyonce) was making it to the top while struggling with her demons in the form of substance abuse. It's a raw depiction of the industry and worth the watch. (Photo: Sony Pictures)
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Notorious - The life and legacy of the Notorious B.I.G. has been discussed and debated since his death over a decade ago. In 2009, the Diddy-approved movie, Notorious hit theaters to show the softer side of Christopher Wallace. If you want to see him rise from the bottom to the top, this is the movie for you. (Photo: Fox Searchlight Pictures)
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Malcolm X - In the role that should have won Denzel Washington the Oscar for Best Lead Actor, Malcolm X is a movie that vividly tells the story of the Islamic civil rights leader. Spike Lee told Malcolm's story from his poor upbringing, facing racism early, a life of hustling, being incarcerated to turning his life around and trying to lead the Black community is a positive direction. (Photo: 40 Acres & A Mule Filmworks)
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The Pursuit of Happyness - In one of Jaden Smith's first roles he played opposite of his father Will Smith in The Pursuit of Happyness. The movie told the amazing tale of Chris Gardner and his rise from homelessness to becoming a millionaire. (Photo: Courtesy Columbia Pictures)
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