Consider it Blacklit highlights films, television programs and stage plays featuring African Americans up front and behind the scenes.  The show also delves into social issues related to these programs and the impact to our communities.  Show host Kim Singleton interviews directors, writers, producers, actors, content creators and leads discussions with film, television and stage enthusiasts. These episodes features classic Black films. The series is produced by 1517 Media, Kimberly Singleton, Executive Producer ,

Episodes

Consider it BlackLit - The Classics
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Consider it BlackLit - The Classics - "A RAISIN IN THE SUN"

Host Kim Singleton and author/filmmaker Bridgett M. Davis discuss the classic 1961 film A RAISIN IN THE SUN. The film adaptation of the 1959 play by Lorraine Hansberry starred Sidney Poitier, Ruby Dee, Claudia McNeil, and Diana Sands.

A Discussion on "How Stella Got Her Groove Back"

How Stella Got Her Groove Back is a 1998 romantic comedy-drama based on Terry McMillan's best-selling novel. Host Kim Singleton talks with Travel Writer, Elaine Lee about the classic film starring Angela Basset.

Highlight of the 1977 Classic Film "Greased Lightning"

Host Kim Singleton is joined by sports historian and Director of Strategic Partnerships for the the Althea Project, Glenn Gilliam. They discuss the classic film " Greased Lighting" which is loosely based on the life story of Wendell Scott, the first African American race car driver to win at NASCAR. The film stars Richard Pryor, directed by Michael Schultz.

Highlight of the 1976 Classic Film "Car Wash"

Host Kim Singleton discusses the 1976 classic film "Car Wash" with digital ideation & visual artist Inez Brown. "Car Wash" takes a comedic look at a day in the life of employees of a car wash. The ensemble cast includes Ivan Dixon, Bill Duke, Antonio Fargas, Garrett Morris, Richard Pryor and the Pointer Sisters among many others.

Consider it Black Lit - The Classics "Claudine"

This episode highlights the 1974 film "Claudine" staring Dianne Carrol and James Earl Jones. Comedian/Writer/Educator Thelma Ramsey is our guest to discuss this classic film.

Consider it BlackLit - The Classics "No Way Out"

Guest Glenn Gilliam (Executive Director of the "Althea" Documentary) joins host Kim Singleton to discuss the Classic 1950 Film "No Way Out" starring Sidney Poitier. Poitier plays a black doctor who is assigned to treat two white racist suspects who are brothers, and when one dies, it causes tension that could start a race riot.

Consider It Blacklit - The Classics "Nothing But A Man"

Multiple award-winning television producer Crystal Whaley joins host Kim Singleton to discuss the classic 1964 film "Nothing But A Man". The movie centers around a rail worker who changes his drifting ways after meeting and marrying a preacher's daughter. He struggles to hold on to his marriage and dignity while dealing with the oppressive racism of the 1960s. The film stars Ivan Dixon and Abbey Lincoln.

Consider it BlackLit - The Classics "Anna Lucasta" starring Eartha Kitt & Sammy Davis, Jr.

This episode highlights the classic film "Anna Lucasta", starring Eartha Kitt and Sammy Davis, Jr. Jenyne Raines, author of "Beautylicious: The Black Girls Guide to the Fabulous Life", joins host Kim Singleton for a lively conversation about the movie.

Consider it BlackLit - The Classics "For Love of Ivy"

Consider It Blacklit host Kim Singleton discusses the 1968 classic film FOR LOVE OF IVY with multimedia professional Kalin Thomas. The film centers around a live-in maid who tells her white family that she is leaving. The adult son and daughter of the family match her up with a playboy to encourage her to stay. The movie stars Sidney Poitier and famous jazz singer Abbey Lincoln.

Consider it BlackLit - The Classics "Devil in a Blue Dress"

V/Film Producer Stanley Mitchell joins Host Kim Singleton to discuss the 1995 film "Devil in a Blue Dress" starring Denzel Washington and Don Cheadle.

Consider it BlackLit - The Classics "Coffy"

Author and journalist Jenyne Raines joins host Kim Singleton to discuss the 1973 classic film "Coffy" starring Pam Grier.

 

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