Summer Madness | Glynn Turman (Day 23)
From A Raisin in the Sun to The Wire and Ma Rainey’s Black Bottom, Glynn Turman has been a steady force in American cinema and television for more than six decades.
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Summer Madness | Clarence Williams III (Day 22)
From the streets of The Mod Squad to the haunting depths of Purple Rain and Tales from the Hood, Clarence Williams III built a legacy defined by intensity, versatility, and quiet power. He was never just background, he was the moment, delivering unforgettable performances that pushed boundaries and left lasting impact.
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FilmGordon Radio | Top Ten Black Cinema Adaptations
From A Raisin in the Sun to The Color Purple, from Malcolm X to 12 Years a Slave, we’re counting down the Top 10 Black Cinema Adaptations, powerful stories that leapt from the page to the screen and changed the culture forever.
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Summer Madness | Jamie Foxx (Day 21)
From comedy stages to Oscar glory, Jamie Foxx has done it all, actor, musician, impressionist, and cultural icon. His career is a masterclass in versatility, proving that true artistry has no boundaries.
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Reel Commentary | Cotton Comes to Harlem
Ossie Davis’s Cotton Comes to Harlem isn’t just a detective story, it’s a landmark in Black cinema.
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Summer Madness | Diana Ross (Day 20)
Before Beyoncé, before Rihanna, there was Diana Ross. A superstar whose voice, beauty, and screen presence made her one of the most influential Black women in entertainment history.
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Summer Madness | Denzel Washington (Day 19)
Four decades. Two Oscars. Unmatched presence. From Glory to Training Day, Malcolm X to Fences, Denzel Washington doesn’t just play characters, he embodies them.
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Summer Madness | Ruby Dee (Day 14)
From Broadway to Hollywood, Known for unforgettable roles in A Raisin in the Sun, Do the Right Thing, and American Gangster, Ruby Dee brought elegance and fierce conviction to every performance — all while breaking barriers for future generations.
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