A young poet and a talented photographer embark on an emotionally charged journey through the passionate highs and heart-wrenching lows of their modern-day love affair. Beloved for its authentic portrayal of Black love in 90s Chicago, Love Jones continues to resonate with audiences today.
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Theodore Witcher
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A passion for the sport intertwines with a deep romantic connection as two childhood friends navigate their journey through life, love, and basketball. This heartfelt drama has become a cult classic among fans of sports films and romance who appreciate the genuine portrayal of ambition and relationships.
- Released: 2000
- Directed by: Gina Prince-Bythewood
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A successful writer returns home to be the best man at his friend's wedding, only to discover that his soon-to-be published novel reveals their deepest secrets. The movie stands out for its ensemble cast, witty dialogue, and an intriguing exploration of friendship and loyalty.
- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Malcolm D. Lee
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A successful editor and a talented hip hop producer rekindle their childhood love for each other as they navigate the world of music, friendship, and romance. Released in 2002, this charming romantic comedy became popular due to its incredible chemistry between the leads and its celebration of hip hop culture.
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Rick Famuyiwa
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A physical therapist falls for the basketball player she is helping recover from a career-threatening injury, only to compete with her best friend for his affection. The movie's charm lies in its heartwarming story and the chemistry between Queen Latifah and Common, making it an enjoyable romantic comedy for sports fans and romance enthusiasts alike.
- Released: 2010
- Directed by: Sanaa Hamri
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A reserved hairdresser and a passionate poet find love, healing, and self-discovery on an unexpected road trip through the heart of California. This 90s romantic drama became a fan favorite due to its poetic themes, strong performances by Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur, and authentic depiction of Black American experiences.
- Released: 1993
- Directed by: John Singleton
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A diverse group of men find their love lives turned upside down when they discover the women they're pursuing are using a self-help book to outsmart them in the game of love. This hilarious romantic comedy, based on Steve Harvey's best-selling book, became a box office hit and spawned a successful sequel.
- Released: 2012
- Directed by: Tim Story
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A group of friends reminisce about their high school days in 1980s California as they prepare for a wedding, navigating love, friendship, and the power of nostalgia. The film's heartwarming portrayal of camaraderie and its authentic depiction of growing up make it an unforgettable coming-of-age story.
- Released: 1999
- Directed by: Rick Famuyiwa
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A pampered African prince travels to Queens, New York, and goes undercover to find a wife who he can respect for her intelligence and strong will. The movie's charm lies in Eddie Murphy's hilarious performance and the heartwarming love story that unfolds amidst the comedic chaos.
- Released: 1988
- Directed by: John Landis
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When three men conspire to break up their brother-in-law's controlling relationship with their sister, they end up hiring a charming ladies' man who unexpectedly falls for his target. This romantic comedy stands out due to its sharp wit, strong chemistry between the leads, and a refreshing twist on traditional love stories.
- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Gary Hardwick
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A successful executive and womanizer discovers his lifestyle choices have turned against him when his new female boss turns out to be an even bigger deviant than he is. The film's clever plot twists, sharp dialogue, and standout performances create a hilarious and thought-provoking exploration of gender roles in the workplace.
- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Reginald Hudlin
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A successful stockbroker rediscovers her zest for life during an impulsive Jamaican vacation, where she falls in love with a man half her age. The film's delightful storyline and strong performances create a heartfelt exploration of self-discovery, passion, and the importance of taking risks.
- Released: 1998
- Directed by: Kevin Rodney Sullivan
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A poetic love story unfolds amidst the gritty urban landscape as two young lovers from troubled pasts find solace and hope in each other's arms. This 1994 film, with its powerful performances and memorable soundtrack, has become a popular go-to romance drama among fans of romantic dramas.
- Released: 1994
- Directed by: Doug McHenry
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A determined mechanic fights against all odds to regain custody of his three daughters, finding love and friendship along the way. This heartwarming drama, directed by Tyler Perry, resonated with audiences for its powerful portrayal of family bonds and unexpected romance.
- Released: 2007
- Directed by: Tyler Perry
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A shy saleswoman discovers she has a terminal illness, prompting her to embark on a luxurious European vacation to live life to the fullest before it's too late. The film's heartwarming storyline and Queen Latifah's memorable performance make this comedy-drama an uplifting and enjoyable watch for all audiences.
- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Wayne Wang
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In this battle of the sexes, a successful career woman employs her arsenal of relationship rules to outsmart her equally cunning boyfriend, leading to a hilarious showdown with unexpected consequences. This early 2000s romantic comedy became popular for its witty humor and strong performances from an ensemble cast featuring Vivica A. Fox and Morris Chestnut.
- Released: 2001
- Directed by: Mark Brown
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Two estranged siblings are forced to confront their past and rebuild their relationship when they inherit a mysterious family legacy. This heartwarming drama gained acclaim for its powerful performances, compelling story, and relatable exploration of family dynamics.
- Released: 2001
- Directed by: Gary Hardwick
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A group of married couples reunite for their annual vacation, only to find themselves confronting secrets, betrayals, and the challenges of maintaining love in long-term relationships. The movie's ensemble cast delivers powerful performances that explore the complexities of marriage and friendship, making it a relatable and thought-provoking experience.
- Released: 2007
- Directed by: Tyler Perry
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Four women navigate the complexities of love, friendship, and personal growth as they embark on a journey to find happiness in their lives. Released in 1995 with an all-star cast including Whitney Houston and Angela Bassett, this film adaptation of Terry McMillan's bestselling novel became a cultural phenomenon and remains a beloved classic for its honest portrayal of Black female friendships.
- Released: 1995
- Directed by: Forest Whitaker
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A group of college friends reunite after 15 years for a festive holiday weekend, reigniting old rivalries and romances while navigating the complexities of adult life. This heartwarming sequel to a beloved 90s classic became a box-office hit, thanks to its perfect blend of humor, drama, and nostalgia.
- Released: 2013
- Directed by: Malcolm D. Lee
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A talented young musician struggles with the pressures of fame and her overbearing mother, as she finds solace in a passionate romance with a police officer. Released in 2014, this romantic drama gained critical acclaim for its emotionally charged performances and powerful exploration of identity and self-discovery.
- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Gina Prince-Bythewood
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The Photograph
Issa Rae, LaKeith Stanfield, Chanté AdamsA series of intertwining love stories set in the past and present, centered around a woman discovering her late mother's hidden secrets through an old photograph. Audiences fell in love with this heartwarming romantic drama for its compelling narrative, stunning cinematography, and powerful performances from the talented cast.
- Released: 2020
- Directed by: Stella Meghie
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A heartwarming tale of two families from different backgrounds coming together for a wedding weekend on Martha's Vineyard, where they must navigate cultural differences and family secrets to ultimately find love and unity. Released in 2011, this romantic comedy-drama became a sleeper hit at the box office, mostly due to its relatable characters, humor, and touching exploration of love across social divides.
- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Salim Akil
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- Science nerd Alvin Johnson (Nick Cannon) is proficient at engineering but incompetent when it comes to dating. One day, popular girl Paris Morgan (Christina Milian) appears at the auto shop where he works after school. She has damaged her mother's car and urgently requests repairs. Alvin offers a bribe: He will fix the car immediately in exchange for two weeks of dating. Paris agrees, and Alvin is able to enter the sacred realm of the popular kids. But at what cost to himself?
- Released: 2003
- Directed by: Troy Byer
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A group of couples reunites for their annual vacation, only to find themselves confronting unresolved issues and reevaluating their relationships in this thought-provoking dramedy. The movie's all-star cast and relatable themes have made it a beloved favorite among fans of Tyler Perry's work.
- Released: 2010
- Directed by: Tyler Perry
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When a womanizer's latest conquest turns out to be a dangerous femme fatale, he finds himself caught in an obsessive web of love and revenge that threatens his life. Released in 1996, this dark comedy thriller became popular for its blend of humor and suspense, featuring strong performances from Martin Lawrence and Lynn Whitfield.
- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Martin Lawrence
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A smooth-talking dating coach finds himself struggling with love when he meets a woman immune to his charms, leading to hilarious and heartwarming antics. This 2005 romantic comedy became a box office hit, solidifying Will Smith's status as a leading man in Hollywood.
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: Andy Tennant
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A successful businessman's life is turned upside down when he unexpectedly falls for a struggling single mother who works as a cleaner in his office building. This heartwarming romantic drama, released in 2012, became popular due to its relatable characters and the star power of writer-director-actor Tyler Perry.
- Released: 2012
- Directed by: Tyler Perry
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- Career-minded Kenya McQueen is set up on a blind date with architect Brian Kelly, but backs out when she realizes that he is white. Impressed with his work on a friend's mansion, McQueen hires Kelly to design her new garden -- and he sweeps her off her feet. But, after her friends introduce her to executive Mark Harper, McQueen must choose between the type of man she always dreamed she wanted and giving in to life's little surprises.
- Released: 2006
- Directed by: Sanaa Hamri
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A life-changing first date takes an unexpected turn when a young couple must go on the run after a traffic stop spirals out of control, sparking a powerful love story that captures the spirit of resistance and Black Lives Matter movement. This modern-day Bonnie and Clyde tale has garnered critical acclaim for its unflinching portrayal of racial injustice and its raw, emotional performances by the lead actors.
- Released: 2019
- Directed by: Melina Matsoukas
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- Passed up for a well-deserved promotion, sports agent Ali Davis wonders what else she needs to do to succeed in a man's world. Hoping to find answers from a psychic, Ali drinks a weird concoction that suddenly allows her to hear what men are thinking. Using her newfound ability, Ali starts to turn the tables on her obnoxious male colleagues while racing to sign the next basketball superstar.
- Released: 2019
- Directed by: Adam Shankman
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A resilient single mother of six in Harlem navigates the challenges of life, love, and welfare while trying to create a better future for her family. The captivating performances by Diahann Carroll and James Earl Jones, combined with an authentic portrayal of inner-city struggles, make this film a powerful and timeless classic.
- Released: 1974
- Directed by: John Berry
- While out with loudmouthed pal Bernie (Kevin Hart), Danny (Michael Ealy) meets successful businesswoman Debbie (Joy Bryant), who's as leery of relationships as Danny is. However, Danny and Debbie both feel the pull of undeniable attraction, and they end up spending the first of several nights together. The two try to make a success of being a couple despite warnings from Bernie and Joan (Regina Hall), Debbie's best friend. Meanwhile, Bernie and Joan experience some chemistry of their own.
- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Steve Pink
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A perfectionist ad executive experiences a life-changing event that leads her on a journey of self-discovery, ultimately learning to embrace her natural hair and true identity. The movie's honest portrayal of societal beauty standards combined with its heartfelt message about self-acceptance make it an inspiring watch for audiences everywhere.
- Released: 2018
- Directed by: Haifaa al-Mansour
- When Ahmad Simmons' (Brandon Hammond) diabetic grandmother, Josephine "Big Mama" Joseph (Irma P. Hall), falls into a coma during an operation to amputate her leg, it throws the Joseph family into chaos. Ahmad watches as his mother, Maxine (Vivica A. Fox), and aunts Teri (Vanessa L. Williams) and Tracy (Nia Long) struggle to adjust to the family matriarch's sudden absence, fall into old rivalries, share memories, and work to maintain the long-standing tradition of Sunday family dinners.
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: George Tillman
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- After 18 years of marriage to lawyer Charles (Steve Harris), Helen (Kimberly Elise) is shocked when he announces he's ending their marriage and shacking up with Brenda (Lisa Marcos). Helen retreats to the house of her grandmother Madea (Tyler Perry), who helps her destroy much of Charles' property, earning her house arrest. While Charles prepares for the trial of a corrupt client, Helen is courted by Orlando (Shemar Moore), an affectionate moving man with strong Christian values.
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: Darren Grant
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- Sylvie's Love is a 2020 American romantic drama film directed by Eugene Ashe. A woman working at her father's record store in Harlem in the late 1950s meets an aspiring saxophone player.
- Released: 2020
- Directed by: Eugene Ashe
- In early 1970s Harlem, daughter and wife-to-be Tish vividly recalls the passion, respect and trust that have connected her and her artist fiancé Alonzo Hunt, who goes by the nickname Fonny. Friends since childhood, the devoted couple dream of a future together, but their plans are derailed when Fonny is arrested for a crime he did not commit.
- Released: 2018
- Directed by: Barry Jenkins
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- The Bodyguard is a compelling blend of romance and suspense. Frank Farmer (Kevin Costner), a former Secret Service agent turned bodyguard, is hired to protect Rachel Marron (Whitney Houston), a music superstar from an unknown stalker. In the midst of constant threats and escalating danger, an unlikely bond forms between the two, adding a layer of complexity to their professional relationship. This film received several nominations for its music score, including the iconic I Will Always Love You. The movie effectively intertwines tension and tenderness, making it an unforgettable cinematic experience.
- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Mick Jackson
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- Deployed to Iraq, First Sgt. Charles Monroe King starts to keep a journal of love and advice for his infant son. Back at home, Dana Canedy, a senior editor for The New York Times, revisits the story of her unlikely, life-altering relationship with King and his enduring devotion to his beloved family.
- Released: 2021
- Directed by: Denzel Washington
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- Desperate for her three single sons to get married, a woman promises her house to the first one to tie the knot, setting off a race to the altar.
- Released: 2024
- Directed by: Rolie Nikiwe
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- After being left at the altar on Christmas Eve, a woman and her best friend renounce love. Things become complicated when the woman's best friend falls for a record-store owner and tries to keep it under wraps.
- Released: 2023
- Directed by: Terri J. Vaughn
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- When Prince Mandla's parents travel to America to help him and Riley plan their holiday royal wedding, Riley's jealous Auntie Gina stirs up trouble with her new in-laws.
- Released: 2023
- Directed by: Beautie Masvaure Alt
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- When a popular R&B singer's career takes a turn, she returns home for the holidays and ends up directing her family's church choir to help them win a Christmas competition.
- Released: 2023
- Directed by: Patricia Cuffie-Jones
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- The biographical drama, What's Love Got to Do with It, takes us through the tumultuous life of Tina Turner (Angela Bassett). We follow her journey from a small town girl, Anna Mae Bullock, to the global superstar, Tina Turner. The film also explores her volatile relationship with Ike Turner (Laurence Fishburne), who discovers her talent but becomes her tormentor. Despite the hardships, Tina's grit and determination lead her to a successful solo career. Both Bassett and Fishburne received Academy Award nominations for their riveting performances in this gripping tale of resilience and triumph against all odds.
- Released: 1993
- Directed by: Brian Gibson
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- A cleric begins to doubt himself and is visited by an angel. The heavenly emissary is supposed to help the good reverend over his midlife crisis, but he is distracted by the cleric's lovely young wife. A remake with gospel music of the "The Bishop's Wife".
- Released: 1996
- Directed by: Penny Marshall
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- Future U.S. President Barack Obama (Parker Sawyers) and lawyer Michelle Robinson (Tika Sumpter) go on a fateful first date in the summer of 1989.
- Released: 2016
- Directed by: Richard Tanne
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The Perfect Guy
Sanaa Lathan, Michael Ealy, Morris ChestnutWith a fulfilling career and a loving relationship, lobbyist Leah Vaughn (Sanaa Lathan) seems to have it all. Things come crashing down when Dave, her long-term boyfriend, questions her future plans for marriage and a family. The resulting breakup leaves Leah heartbroken, until she meets the charming and handsome Carter Duncan (Michael Ealy). Soon, the budding romance turns dangerous as Carter reveals his volatile nature, forcing Leah to turn the tables on the man she thought was Mr. Right.- Released: 2015
- Directed by: David M. Rosenthal
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- Screen version of the musical "Carmen Jones," which adapted Bizet's opera Carmen for an African-American cast. A soldier falls for Dandridge, a seductive factory worker. The lovers flee after the soldier kills his sergeant, but Carmen's taunting faithlessness drives her lover to a crime of passion.
- Released: 1954
- Directed by: Otto Preminger
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- Everything is at stake for a 40-year-old woman: her career, her ticking biological clock, and her bank account. She risks it all for an intense, secret romance with the one person who could destroy her comeback.
- Released: 2023
- Directed by: Numa Perrier
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- Quincy Watson (Jamie Foxx) has been having a tough time. After being abruptly dumped by his fiancée (Bianca Lawson), he decides to quit his job as an editor. Remarkably, Quincy manages to turn things around when he pens a book about ending relationships. While the book leaps to best-seller status, it gets him into trouble, particularly after his cousin Evan (Morris Chestnut) gets inspired to leave his beautiful girlfriend, Nicky (Gabrielle Union), who later falls for Quincy.
- Released: 2004
- Directed by: Daniel Taplitz
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- In "Think Like a Man," a group of close friends applied relationship advice from a book by Steve Harvey to their own romantic entanglements. In the end, Dominic (Michael Ealy) and the rest of his "band of brothers" were well on their way to everlasting love with the women in their lives. However, when all of the couples reunite in Las Vegas for one's wedding, a series of compromising situations threatens to derail not only the big event but also the survival of everyone else's love affair.
- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Tim Story
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- Save the Last Dance is a captivating blend of romance and drama. The film introduces Sara Johnson (Julia Stiles), an aspiring ballet dancer, who moves to Chicago's South Side after her mother's untimely death. There, she crosses paths with Derek Reynolds (Sean Patrick Thomas), a passionate hip-hop enthusiast. As their lives intertwine, they share dance steps - ballet meets hip-hop - and life lessons alike. Directed by Thomas Carter, this movie won the MTV Movie Award for Best Kiss, and was nominated for several others including Best Female Performance for Stiles. A tale of love, ambition and cultural exchange set against the backdrop of vibrant urban rhythms.
- Released: 2001
- Directed by: Thomas Carter
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- Malcolm X, a biographical drama, chronicles the life of one of America's most influential African American leaders. Malcolm X (Denzel Washington), born Malcolm Little, evolves from a petty criminal to a fervent advocate for the rights of blacks. Director Spike Lee depicts Malcolm's transformation through his experiences - including his conversion to Islam during imprisonment, his subsequent rise to power within the Nation of Islam, and his eventual break with the organization. Culminating with his assassination in 1965, the film provides an intense exploration of Malcolm X's personal development and ideological journey. The movie received numerous accolades, including an Oscar nomination for Denzel Washington's powerful performance.
- Released: 1992
- Directed by: Spike Lee
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- Theresa (Zoe Saldana) is a young woman who is about to introduce her fiancé to her father, Percy Jones (Bernie Mac). Percy is eager to meet his African-American daughter's businessman beau, but is shocked to learn that she is engaged to Simon Green (Ashton Kutcher), a white man. Staying with the Joneses to celebrate Percy and his wife's 25th wedding anniversary, the accident-prone Simon makes a terrible first impression and faces an uphill battle to win over his future father-in-law.
- Released: 2005
- Directed by: Kevin Rodney Sullivan
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- When Melinda met Robert, she was skeptical of his charming nature but couldn't deny how attracted she was to him. Once they fell in love, Melinda molded herself into everything he wanted her to be. She sacrificed for him, worked to support his grandiose dreams, and put up with him for better or for worse. Then, one day she realized that after all she had done, another woman was reaping the lavish rewards. That's when Melinda lost it, and now she cannot let it go.
- Released: 2018
- Directed by: Tyler Perry
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- A look at three defining chapters in the life of Chiron, a young black man growing up in Miami. His epic journey to manhood is guided by the kindness, support and love of the community that helps raise him.
- Released: 2016
- Directed by: Barry Jenkins
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- Soon after returning from college, Lucia (America Ferrera) and Marcus (Lance Gross) announce their engagement to their parents. Marcus and Lucia realize too late that, although it's their marriage, the wedding belongs to their families. Insults fly and tensions run high when their highly competitive fathers (Forest Whitaker, Carlos Mencia) get involved, threatening to wreak havoc with the couple's special day.
- Released: 2010
- Directed by: Rick Famuyiwa
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- A photographer inherits an antique Advent calendar that seems to predict her future -- including a budding romance.
- Released: 2018
- Directed by: Bradley Walsh
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- After Mina's (Sarita Choudhury) Indian family is ousted from their home in Uganda by dictator Idi Amin, they relocate to Mississippi to start a new life. Mina falls for Demetrius (Denzel Washington), a young carpet cleaner, despite the protestations of their families over their racial difference. The families and their surrounding communities begin to feud, putting even more pressure on the couple's romance. Having to choose between family and love, Mina and Demetrius run away together.
- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Mira Nair
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- Two youngsters reeling from bad breakups connect over an eventful day in South London.
- Released: 2023
- Directed by: Raine Allen Miller
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- Loving is a 2016 historical drama film written and directed by Jeff Nichols. It features Joel Edgerton and Ruth Negga as Richard and Mildred Loving, the plaintiffs in the 1967 U.S. Supreme Court decision Loving v. Virginia, which invalidated state laws prohibiting interracial marriage. It was selected to compete for the Palme d'Or at the 2016 Cannes Film Festival. The film was released in the United States on November 4, 2016, by Focus Features.
- Released: 2016
- Directed by: Jeff Nichols
- Beautiful Nola Darling (Tracy Camilla Johns) can't decide what kind of man she wants to date, so she decides to date three at the same time. The first is Greer Childs (John Canada Terrell), a rich, handsome narcissist. Then there's Jamie Overstreet (Tommy Redmond Hicks), a stable, overprotective alpha male. Finally, there's Mars Blackmon (Spike Lee), a timid geek with a heart of gold. Unfortunately, while each suitor has his virtues, Darling just can't seem to make up her mind.
- Released: 1986
- Directed by: Spike Lee
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- Waymon (Joseph C. Phillips) has a great job in real estate and a promising future, but he's also trapped in a loveless longterm relationship. He meets Natalie (Halle Berry), a beautiful club-hopping hipster, and quickly falls in love. Realizing he's just not cool enough to attract her on his own, he seeks the help of his friend Bobby (Tommy Davidson), a free-spirited smooth talker who works in the mail room at Waymon's firm and utilizes the predicament as leverage to advance in the company.
- Released: 1991
- Directed by: Kevin Hooks
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- A reclusive, teenage music prodigy forms an unlikely friendship with a struggling producer. United by their mutual love of hip-hop, they try to free each other from the demons of their past and break into the city's music scene.
- Released: 2019
- Directed by: Chris Robinson
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- Micah (Wyatt Cenac), a passionate social activist, meets affluent professional Joanne (Tracey Heggins) at a party. After getting drunk together, they have a one-night stand. The morning after begins uncomfortably, but eventually romantic feelings develop between Micah and Joanne. As they converse more deeply, they realize they are separated by an array of political and philosophical differences and must decide if these factors are more important than their budding relationship.
- Released: 2008
- Directed by: Barry Jenkins
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- In New York, a group of black women, most of whom live in the same Harlem apartment building, faces personal crises, heartbreak and other challenges. Crystal (Kimberly Elise) faces an unhappy existence as an abused lover. Jo (Janet Jackson) is a successful magazine editor, but her husband has a secret double life. Juanita (Loretta Devine) is a relationship counselor but cannot seem to get her love life in order. These three and others become bound together by their experiences.
- Released: 2010
- Directed by: Tyler Perry
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Really Love
- Smoldering tensions and painful revelations push a filmmaker and his girlfriend toward a romantic reckoning.
- Released: 2021
- Directed by: Sam Levinson
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- Needing a male heir to the throne, Prince Akeem returns to Queens, N.Y., to find his long-lost son and bring him back to Zamunda.
- Released: 2021
- Directed by: Craig Brewer
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- Teenage Alike (Adepero Oduye) lives in Brooklyn's Fort Greene neighborhood with her parents (Charles Parnell, Kim Wayans) and younger sister (Sahra Mellesse). A lesbian, Alike quietly embraces her identity and is looking for her first lover, but she wonders how much she can truly confide in her family, especially with her parents' marriage already strained. When Alike's mother presses her to befriend a colleague's daughter (Aasha Davis), Alike finds the gal to be a pleasant companion.
- Released: 2011
- Directed by: Dee Rees
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- Summer G (Richard T. Jones), an aspiring rapper, finds himself enamored with a young woman named Sky Hightower (Chenoa Maxwell), an ambitious social climber who is wary of Summer's low-class status. Although she rejects him for Chip (Blair Underwood), who works in the lucrative world of finance, that only pushes Summer to work even harder to make himself a wealthy and important man -- someone Sky will love. However, he encounters problems from both the old money guard and from Sky herself.
- Released: 2002
- Directed by: Christopher Scott Cherot
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- Clyde (Joe Torry) and his photographer pal Montel (Rusty Cundieff) meet gold digger Adina (Paula Jai Parker) and her friend Brandy (Tisha Campbell), a law student, at a party. While Clyde convinces Adina that he's wealthy, Montel and Brandy pair off and get along well. Adina is furious when she learns Clyde has misled her, but when they learn their friends plan to marry -- which would force the two enemies to spend time together -- they put their differences aside to thwart the marriage.
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Rusty Cundieff
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- Cass is a Los Angeles club promoter who meets a Midwestern woman named Frida on the night of the 2016 presidential election. She challenges Cass to revisit his broken dreams, while he pushes Frida to discover hers.
- Released: 2018
- Directed by: Qasim Basir
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- A young woman deals with being on her own for the first time with a sense of humor and confidence.
- Released: 1973
- Directed by: Sidney Poitier
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Waves
Kelvin Harrison, Taylor Russell, Sterling K. BrownThe epic emotional journey of a suburban African American family as they navigate love, forgiveness and coming together in the wake of a tragic loss.- Released: 2019
- Directed by: Trey Edward Shults
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- African-American rail worker Duff Anderson (Ivan Dixon) has left his 4-year old son with a nanny, and now drifts through life with little ambition. Duff's outlook on life changes when he meets schoolteacher Josie Dawson (Abbey Lincoln), a gentle preacher's daughter. Although Josie's father (Stanley Greene) disapproves of Duff's lifestyle, the two eventually marry. Duff and Josie struggle to hold on to their marriage as Duff must face up to the oppressive racism of 1960s America.
- Released: 1964
- Directed by: Michael Roemer
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- Rob Anderson is all set to marry the girl of his dreams, but can't quite get to the altar. He finds himself caught in a time loop, waking up naked in a hotel elevator over and over again.
- Released: 2017
- Directed by: Mike Tiddes
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- In a spoof of "Fifty Shades of Grey," Hannah Steele interviews entrepreneur Christian Black (Marlon Wayans) for her roommate's school newspaper. The wealthy and eligible Black quickly learns how clumsy the young woman is. As flirtation leads to attraction, Christian invites Hannah to his home and introduces her to his kinky world of S&M. Despite their different backgrounds, the new couple consistently surprise each other with how far they're willing to go to make their relationship work.
- Released: 2016
- Directed by: Mike Tiddes
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- Terror strikes when a woman's new hair weave seems to take on a life of its own.
- Released: 2020
- Directed by: Justin Simien
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- Rushon (Tommy Davidson) is sexually pent-up and ready to take thing things to the next level with his girlfriend, Nikki (Tamala Jones). But when he calls for a date, she asks to make it a double -- bringing along her brash friend Lysterine (Vivica A. Fox), whom Rushon sets up with his lewd buddy, Bunz (Jamie Foxx). Things go better than expected. As the evening transitions from the restaurant to the bedroom, the two men go on a madcap search for what will surely make the night complete: condoms.
- Released: 1997
- Directed by: Jeff Pollack
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The Incredible Jessica James
Jessica Williams, Chris O'Dowd, Noël WellsJessica, an aspiring playwright in New York City, is trying to get over a recent break-up when she meets Boone, who's also recovering from a recent split. Together, they figure out a way to make it in a "post-relationship" world.- Released: 2017
- Directed by: James C. Strouse
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- Though he began in stand-up comedy, Andre Allen (Chris Rock) hit the big-time as the star of a trilogy of action-comedies about a talking bear. Andre is forced to spend the day with Chelsea (Rosario Dawson) a profile writer for the New York Times, whose film critic has just panned Andre's passion project about the Haitian Revolution. Unexpectedly, Andre opens up to Chelsea, and as they wind their way across New York, Andre tries to get back in touch with his comedic roots.
- Released: 2014
- Directed by: Chris Rock
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- Cane River is a 1982 American romantic drama film directed by Horace B. Jenkins, which was lost until its rediscovery in 2013 and subsequent re-release in 2018. The romance between two African Americans who come from a different class backgrounds in Natchitoches, Louisiana faces trials to stay together.
- Released: 1982
- Directed by: Horace B. Jenkins