Back to Black: Recent Episodes
dr e & angie
A podcast reviewing “Black and Black adjacent” films and shows from a down-to-earth social and cultural perspective. Basically a lighthearted look at films and shows we love and love to talk about!
Quick! Name the most creative childhood toy ever...Legos right? Well, this film tells the story of an artist who plays in the present of endless possibilities just like a kid with...Legos :-)
Have a listen as Dr E and Angie chop it up with special guest, the "G"!!!
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A raw, often disquieting portrait of an unresolved past. Hard Truths is definitely a hard watch - full stop. But please don’t let that deter you from seeing this film! Have a listen as Dr E and Angie share their observations…fair warning - deep dives ahead.
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Did we see the same movie? Masterpiece or Meh? Have a listen as Dr E and Angie discuss the sins, symbolism and the Michael A and Michael B Jordan of it all!
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On this episode, Dr E and Angie checked out Black Barbie: A Documentary on Netflix! Have a listen as they chat about the film's portrayal of history, personal stories and reflections on representation of such an iconically influential doll.
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Did the original Gladiator (2000) need a sequel??? Dr E and Angie streamed Gladiator II to find out…have a listen as they break down the action and share their thoughts!
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Something has changed within Dr E and Angie! Have a listen as they discuss the movie Wicked (2024) - the magnificent screen adaptation of the beloved stage musical’s first act! 🧹 🫧 💚
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When a billionaire invites you to his private island...you may want to think twice! Special guest Marvia joins Angie to discuss the film Blink Twice!
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Nelson Mandela once said, "Forgiveness liberates the soul". Dr E and Angie agree!!
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The Supremes at Earl's All You Can Eat streaming on Hulu. It's a "comfort food" type of watch...Dr E and Angie ate it up!
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Dr E and Angie streamed the Back to Black biopic. It's an emotional glimpse of the life, love and music of the talented Amy Winehouse.
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Podcast produced and edited by waxpoetfilms.com
Hi everyone! We're back to share our thoughts on The American Society of Magical Negros! A film released in March of this year. Both Dr E and Angie were excited about the movie's premise...have a listen to see if it lived up to the hope or if it was a big nope!
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Dr E and Angie discuss the movie Origin a biographical drama written and directed by the exceptionally talented Ava DuVernay. With an equally talented cast, this film delivers! Have a listen, leave a comment and a review!!
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Dr E and Angie are back with American Fiction! We loved the movie and excited to share our thoughts with you! Have a listen, leave a comment and a review!!
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Back like it never left? Not quite! The 2023 rendition of the iconic film The Color Purple is a musical adaptation that is not one to miss! Have a listen as Dr E and Angie share their thoughts on this much loved story!
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It’s back to the 80s with the Milli Vanilli documentary streaming on Paramount +. Have a listen as Dr E and Angie share their thoughts on this story of the infamous duo!
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I am powerful. I am strong. I am worthy. I belong. Can You See Us? is a must-not-miss film! Bravo to the cast, crew and production - and thank you for bringing this brave, heartfelt story to our lives!
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John Chiti's Q&A about the movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UTrnrcOb8E4
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Hey friends! We recorded a meet cute-ish episode. Listen, share and reach out on instagram.
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Did you call Tyrone...or somebody you know and tell them to see this film? Of course you did! Here's part 2 of our recap and reaction to They Cloned Tyrone, directed byJuel Taylor and written by Tony Rettenmaier and Juel Taylor. Have a listen and leave a review with your comments!
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You better call Tyrone...or somebody you know and tell them to see this film! Distributed by Netflix in July 2023, They Cloned Tyrone is a master class in Black societal introspection through science fiction, comedy and mystery. Directed byJuel Taylor and written by Tony Rettenmaier and Juel Taylor. This film was so full of poignant scenes in it's storytelling that Dr E and Angie had to break it down into two parts! Have a listen and leave a review with your comments!
This podcast is produced and edited by waxpoetfilms.com.
We watched the movie Missing on Netflix and wanna share our thoughts with y'all! A super diverse cast navigates this technology driven fast-pased mystery. Come have a listen!
This podcast is produced and edited by waxpoetfilms.com.
College pals reconnecting to celebrate Juneteenth in a creepy cabin in the creepy woods has all the makings for a great comedy horror flick! Grab your Spades partner and have a listen as Dr E and Angie discuss The Blackening!
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The Black Mozart? I think not! Dr E, Angie and special guest Sherilyn discuss Chevalier, a film starring Kelvin Harrison Jr. about Joseph Bologne - Chevalier de Saint-Georges. Born in 1745 in the French colony of Guadeloupe to a wealthy plantation owner and enslaved Senegalese maid, through his extrodinary talent and charisma Joseph rose to the highest echelons of elite French society. This historical drama is Dr E approved! Now streaming on Hulu.
Podcast produced and edited by waxpoetfilms.com
Hey y'all! Angie and cousin Melissa are back with season 2 of Young, Famous and African on Netfix! We are loving this group of friends and frenemies - and there are some great new additions to the cast...plus ones and plus twos as Swanky would say! Have a listen as we break down all the dramas cross the major story lines and check out out our earlier reviews of season 1 if you missed it!
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Dr E and Angie discuss the 2023 movie AIR! In 1984, Nike's talent scout Sonny Vaccaro, played by Matt Damon, takes the gamble of his career to sign Michael Jordan. Sonny has to first convince Michael's mother, Deloris Jordan, played by the supremely talented Viola Davis. Come have a listen!
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This movie is one of the best we've seen so far this year! Come have a listen as Dr E and Angie discuss this gripping drama written and directed by A.V. Rockwell and starring Teyana Taylor, Will Catlett, Josiah Cross, Aven Courtney and Aaron Kingsley Adetola.
This podcast is produced and edited by waxpoetfilms.com
Have a listen as we discuss the 2023 film Sharper, an Apple TV production. It’s our first black adjacent film review!(https://m.imdb.com/title/tt12573454/).
Dr E and Angie recently checked out Bruiser - the debut feature from director Miles Warren now streaming on Hulu (https://press.hulu.com/shows/bruiser/). Have a listen as they share their thoughts on this coming of age drama.
Our favorite group of friends since college are back in a new series on Peacock! Have a listen as Dr E and Angie recap all the highs, lows and cultural conversations!
Auld lang syne noun: the good old times
Dr E and Angie close out 2022 with reflections on favortive movies and television throughout the years! WIshing everyone a Happy New Year!
Come have a listen to Dr E and Angie's conversation on another epic film - Black Panther: Wakanda Forever!
Have a listen to Dr E and Angie talk about the 2022 epic film based on the legendary Agojie, all-female warriors that protected the West African kingdom of Dahomey set in the 1820s. If you don’t know, now you’ll know!
Dr E and Angie recently checked out the 2019 film "See You Yesterday" on Netflix! Have a listen to their thoughts on this sci-fi flick that takes on time travel in the Bronx!
Hey eveyone...Angie here! On this show, cousin Melissa and I finish out the Young, Famous and African Netflix series with a recap of the last three episodes of the first season. Come have a listen!
We're back again with the continuation of the Netflix series Young, Famous and African. Come have a listen as Angie and Melissa continue the discussion on this lively reality show!
Come have a listen as Dr. E and Angie discuss Becoming - A documentary about Lady Michele Obama! Available on Netflix.
Straight outta Liberty City, Miami, Florida we have the award-winning film Moonlight. Dr. E and Angie share their perspectives on this emotionally raw gem. Come have a listen...
Now this is a story all about how, Dr E and Angie got flipped-turned upside down. We'd like to take a minute, just sit right there, we'll tell you all about the new show called Bel-Air!
Wakanda Forever!!! Yep, that's right! Dr E and Angie review the incomparable Black Panther movie! Come have a listen...
It started with a vision, documented in a plan then executed with excellence and authenticity. Recorded before "slap-gate," come have a listen to Dr. E and Angie disucss the movie King Richard!
It's Back to Black Reality yall! With Dr E busy at school this week, we have Melissa joining Angie to discuss this new reality show on Netflix. Come have a listen...
Dr E and Angie go way back to 1987 with a review of Hollywood Shuffle! If you didn't know...now you know! Come have a listen...
Dr E and Angie review the award-winning 2016 film Hidden Figures. Come have a listen...
Dr E and Angie discuss Hidden Figures. A movie based on the true story of Katherine Johnson (Taraji P. Henson), Dorothy Vaughan (Octavia Spencer) & Mary Jackson (Janelle Monae)—brilliant African-American women working at NASA, who served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history: the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit. Adapted from the best-selling book by Margot Lee Shetterly.