In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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Christmas Action Movie Breakdowns - Die Hard, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Iron Man 3, Home Alone
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Welcome to AFD’s Christmas Special! Join Darren and Mike as we explore some of the best holiday action and stunt films of all time: Die Hard, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Iron Man 3, and Home Alone. We discuss what makes John McClane the perfect action hero, the incredibly witty dialogue of Shane Black, the unique action of a powered-down Iron Man, how Joe Pesci’s head was lit on fire, and the true whereabouts of Mr. Elvis Presley. Today’s episode is laid back and a ton of fun- we hope you enjoy! Thank you so much for your support throughout 2020! We can’t wait to bring more content in 2021! Happy Holidays!
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Welcome to AFD’s Christmas Special! Join Darren and Mike as we explore some of the best holiday action and stunt films of all time: Die Hard, Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, Iron Man 3, and Home Alone. We discuss what makes John McClane the perfect action hero, the incredibly witty dialogue of Shane Black, the unique action of a powered-down Iron Man, how Joe Pesci’s head was lit on fire, and the true whereabouts of Mr. Elvis Presley. Today’s episode is laid back and a ton of fun- we hope you enjoy! Thank you so much for your support throughout 2020! We can’t wait to bring more content in 2021! Happy Holidays!
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