David Alan Grier
Author
Language
English
Description
From growing up in Detroit, where he marched as a ten-year-old with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., to attending the inauguration of President Barack Obama, where he narrowly avoided the Purple Tunnel of Doom but still saw nothing, David Alan Grier examines how he -- and America -- have changed for the better and the funnier. Within these pages, Grier imagines being called to serve in President Obama's cabinet as the "secretary of mirth"; takes you to...
3) Jumanji
Series
Publisher
Columbia TriStar Home Video
Language
English
Formats
Description
When Allen Parrish discovers a mysterious board game, he doesn't realize its unimaginable powers until he is magically transported into the untamed jungles of Jumanji! There he remains for 26 years until he is freed from the game's spell by two unsuspecting children. Now a grown man, Alan tries to outwit the game's powerful forces in this imaginative adventure that combines breathtaking special effects with an enchanting mixture of comedy, magic and...
Publisher
Universal
Pub. Date
[2024]
Language
English
Appears on list
Formats
Description
The American Society of Magical Negroes is a fresh, satirical comedy about a young man, Aren, who is recruited into a secret society of magical Black people who dedicate their lives to a cause of utmost importance: making white people's lives easier.
Language
English
Description
Captain Davenport, a proud black army attorney, is sent to Fort Neal, Louisiana, to investigate the ruthless shooting death of Sergeant Waters. Through interviews with Sarge's men, Davenport learns that he was a vicious man who served the white world and despised his own roots. Was the killer a bigoted white officer? Or could he have been a black soldier embittered by Waters' constant race baiting?
Publisher
Paramount Pictures
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Formats
Description
"When middle-schooler Emily Elizabeth meets a magical animal rescuer who gifts her a little, red puppy, she never anticipated waking up to find a giant ten-foot hound in her small New York City apartment. While her single mom is away for business, Emily and her fun but impulsive uncle Casey set out on an adventure that will keep viewers on the edge-of-their-seats as the heroes take a bite out of the Big Apple." --
8) Peeples
Publisher
Lionsgate
Pub. Date
c2013
Language
English
Description
Sparks fly when Wade Walker crashes the preppy Peeples annual reunion in the Hamptons to ask for their precious daughter Grace's hand in marriage.
10) Jumanji
Language
English
Description
When young Alan Parrish discovers a mysterious board game, he doesn't realize its unimaginable powers, until he is magically transported before the startled eyes of his friend, Sarah, into the untamed jungles of Jumanji! There he remains for 26 years until he is freed from the game's spell by two unsuspecting children. Now a grown man, Alan reunites with Sarah and together with Judy and Peter tries to outwit the game's powerful forces.
Publisher
Distributed by Vivendi Entertainment
Pub. Date
2010
Language
English
Description
The game will never be the same in this outrageous spoof comedy about a young man named JoJo (Kevin Hart) who finds himself in over his head as he struggles to take over his uncle's "escort" business. JoJo's up against tough competition from Sexy Silk (Clifton Powell), who has already cornered the market, and has to deal with the local police, who just want a piece of the action.
13) Dance flick
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
c2009
Language
English
Description
Sweet, innocent Megan's ballet dreams are shattered when she is forced to attend an inner-city high school where she meets Thomas, a young hip-hop dancer from the wrong side of the tracks. With a new crew of friends, this suburban girl with no street 'cred,' has to step up her game and achieve her dreams in the mother of all dance-offs.
Publisher
Paramount Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
Clifford: When middle-schooler Emily Elizabeth meets a magical animal rescuer who gifts her a little, red puppy, she never anticipated waking up to find a giant ten-foot hound in her small New York City apartment. While her single mom is away for business, Emily and her fun but impulsive uncle Casey set out on an adventure that will keep viewers on the edge-of-their-seats as the heroes take a bite out of the Big Apple. Paw Patrol : When their rival,...
16) Blankman
Publisher
Columbia Tristar Home Video
Pub. Date
©2004
Language
English
Description
Comedy about two brothers who become self-appointed crime fighters. One dresses in long underwear, uses his grandmother's housecoat for a cape, makes a mask from socks, takes to the street and becomes known as Blankman.
Publisher
Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
The Wiz: Dorothy is a 24-year-old Manhattan kindergarten teacher who is whisked away from her inner-city neighborhood via a snowstorm to the mysterious land of Oz. Oz is a sprawling, decaying, nightmarish, and dangerous megalopolis that resembles the physical characteristics of New York City.
The Wiz live: Staying true to the groundbreaking Broadway show that put a vivid urban spin on the land of Oz. Winner of seven Tony Awards, including Best Musical,...
Publisher
Watertower Music
Pub. Date
[2023]
Language
English
Description
Immerse yourself in the harmonious blend of raw emotion and musical brilliance. Boasting an ensemble cast like no other - Golden Globe nominee Fantasia's soulful melodies, Taraji P. Henson's emotive depth, Colman Domingo's captivating energy, Golden Globe nominee Danielle Brooks's powerful resonance, H.E.R.'s contemporary artistry, and Hallie Bailey's radiant vocals, and music from Grammy Award-winning songwriters of The Color Purple musical, Brenda...