The Fade to Black Podcast
Hosted by David Dunnington (he|him), Imani D. Johnson (she|her), and Sunflower B Rose (she|ze|he) this podcast honors Black culture through an exploration of Black cinema and what defines Black film. Whether it be a film directed by a Black person, a film with an all Black cast, or a film For Us, By Us, you surely won't be disappointed by what to come. Join us as we seek to answer this question with invited guests. Send inquiries and questions to fadetoblackpodcast@gmail.com
Episodes
What does it mean to be a "Black" writer? This week David is joined by James Izlar (@jcizlar) to discuss the 2023 Academy award winning film American Fiction (written and directed by Cord Jefferson) about a frustrated novelist who writes a satirical book based on racial stereotypes but is instead met with praise after it is mistaken for "serious" literature.
Host: David Dunnington (@videodvdman)
Editing: Iman...
This week in the Fade to Black Podcast, Sunflower introduces the FTB crew to Melvin Van Peebles' first and only studio film, Watermelon Man (1970) (scr. Herman Raucher).
Hosts: Sunflower B Rose, David Dunnington, and Imani D. Johnson
Editing: Imani D. Johnson (IG: @imaniposts)
Produced by: Sunflower B Rose
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For more information on the Fade to Black Podcast visit www.omgstudio...
This week, the FTB crew discusses the 1995 romance, Waiting to Exhale, written by Terry McMillian and Ronald Bass, and directed by Forest Whitaker. Starring Whitney Houston, Angela Bassett, Lela Rechon, and Loretta Devine.
Host: Imani Johnson (IG: @imaniposts)
Editing: Sunflower B Rose
Produced by: Imani Johnson
Follow us on Instagram! @thefadetoblackpodcast
For more information on the Fade to Black Podcast visit www.omgstudios...
This week, Sunflower explores Peyton Reid's 2000 cheer classic Bring it on! AND Keenen Ivory Wayan’s 2004’s comedy goldmine, WHITE CHICKS. This double feature conversation talks about the legacy of white women in these Black classics. Featuring special guest Fatimah Washington (IG: @Teanbean93).
Host: Sunflower B Rose (IG: @suni.b.rose)
Editing: Sunflower B Rose
Produced by: Sunflower B Rose
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This week we discuss the 1989 film, Chameleon Street, based on the real life story of William Douglas Street and his many lives. Join us as we discuss the terrors of surgery without the internet and identity theft in the 90s.
Host: Imani Johnson, David Dunnington, Sunflower B Rose
Editing: Sunflower B Rose
Produced by: David Dunnington
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This week we explore Oscar Micheaux & Alice B. Russell’s 1935 Thriller, A Murder in Harlem! Starring Clarence Brooks &Dorothy Van Engle. A Murder in Harlme is a A Remake of his 1921 silent film The Gunsaulus Mystery based on the actual 1913 trial of Leo Frank. Spooky things are definitely afoot!
For more information on the Fade to Black Podcast visit www.omgstudiosllc.com/fadetoblack-podHost: Imani Johnson, David Dunni...
This week, Imani explores the 2001 coming-of-age drama, Baby Boy, written, directed, and produced by John Singleton (1968-2019). Starring Tyrese Gibson as Jody Summers, a twenty year old living in Los Angeles struggling with what it means to grow up and be a man. Featuring special guest Dominique Barlow (IG: @keeptheebarlow).
Host: Imani Johnson (IG: @imaniposts)
Editing: Sunflower B Rose
Produced by: Imani Johnson
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W'luka Yaa!! On this episode we're breaking down Cauleen Smith's stand alone and stand out film DRYLONGSO . How do you honor your loved ones? What makes you feel comfortable in your own skin? Why is Cauleen Smith not giving us the follow up we want! Find out this and so much more on this episode of the FTBP!
Hosted by:
David Dunnington
Imani Johnson
Sunflower B Rose
Edited by
Sunflower B Rose
Produced by:
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WELCOME BACK TO THE FADE TO BLACK PODCAST! On this episode we're breaking down 2002 Rom-Com "Brown Sugar". When did you fall in love with Hip Hop? Was it when you first heard it on the streets of new york, or when when it asked you to go out with you on a live radio show? Let's find out how messy love and hip hop can get on this episode of the FTBP!
Hosted by:
David Dunnington
Imani Johnson
Sunflower B R...
WELCOME TO THE SEASON 2 FINALE OF THE FADE TO BLACK PODCAST! On this episode we're breaking down 2012 Romantic/Animation "An Over Simplification of Her Beauty". One failed date turns into a battle of power, art, and truth. And Terrance Nance was there to capture, critique, and edit it all back together. Lets talk consent, collaboration, and authenticity here on FTBP. Featuring Special Guest, ZOE SCRUGGS (@zoescruggs on ...
It's all about sex! What is up homies! On this episode of The Fade to Black Podcast we breakdown the optics and morality of Williams Greaves 1968 American experimental documentary, Symbiopsychotaxiplasm: Take One. We've got three camera's rolling and very littel direction, this is what we got. Co-Hosted by David Dunnington and Suni B Rose featuring special guest, James Izlar!
Dope. Dope. DOPE! On this episode of the Fade to Black Podcast, we talk about DOPE! A 2015 American coming of age film written and directed by Rick Famuyiwa . Malcolm Adekanbi is an aspiring Harvard grad who loves 90's hiphop music and fashion, and plays in a punk band with his friends Diggy and Jib. One night biking home, Malcom turns into some trouble that changes him. Join your hosts David Dunnington and Suni B Rose as we chop i...
What do you do with what your given? Beyonce made Lemonade. Today's Episode of The Fade to Black Podcast we talk about the visual album and short film created by global Icon Beyoncé Giselle Knowles-Carter. A companion piece to the 2016 album of the same name; Lemonade is a journey through 11 chapters of music, poetry and Beyonce. "Intuition", "Denial", "Anger", "Apathy", "Emptiness", "Accountability", "Reformation", "Forgiven...
Nope! Get out!! RUN!!! But not too far. Today's Episode of The Fade to Black Podcast we talk about one of our favorite Filmmakers, Jordan Peele, and his 2022 film NOPE. A man and his sister discover something sinister in the skies above their California horse ranch, while the owner of a nearby theme park tries to profit from the mysterious, otherworldly phenomenon. Featuring special guest Filmmaker, writer, projectionist, and so mu...
WWWWASSSSSSSSGOOOOOODDDDDDDDDD!!!!!! On this episode of the Fade to Black Podcast we will be discussing "Summer of Soul,” Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson's Award winning Documentary. The summer of 69 brought us culture, emotional roller coasters, a moon landing, and the Harlem Cultural Festival. Join your co-hosts David Dunnington and Suni B Rose as we embrace the sounds and an unforgettable festival. Featuring Special Guest...
This week on the Fade to Black Podcast we will be discussing "Bamboozeled,” a 2000 American satirical dark comedy film written and directed by Spike Lee. What happens when a modern televised minstrel show featuring black actors donning blackface takes the world by storm? The major success becomes a violent fallout, for guess who? All of us. Join your co-hosts David Dunnington and Suni B Rose as we examine the relevance of thi...
This week on the Fade to Black Podcast we will be discussing "The Watermelon Woman,” the 1996 film written, directed, edited, starring Cheryl Dunye that has recently found itself selected for preservation in the U.S. National Film Registry. Join your host David Dunnington as he examines a film now considered a landmark in New Queer Cinema. Featuring Dominique Barlow, Suni B. Rose, and Imani Johnson. For more about the Fade to...
This week on THE FADE TO BLACK PODCAST we will be discussing Janicza Bravo's Feature Directorial Debut film , "Lemon". Join your host David Dunnington as he explores why the dynamics of the the film's creative team had such an impact on the feature itself.
Featuring Dominique Barlow, Imani Johnson, and Suni B Rose. For more about the Fade to Black Podcast, visit https://www.omgstudiosphilly.com/fade-to-black
This week on the Fade to Black Podcast we will be discussing "Ganja & Hess," the 1973 horror film written and directed by Bill Gunn starring Duane Jones (Night of the Living Dead) about an anthropologist who becomes a vampire after being stabbed with an ancient dagger. Join your host David Dunnington as he takes a deep dive into this hidden gem of Black Cinema. Featuring Dominique Barlow, Suni B. Rose, and Imani Joh...
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