In Season Seven and Eight we talked about some of the best African American movies ever. The list was so long we had to do it in two seasons. Some of the movies were made by African Americans, while others were only stories that included American Africans. All of these movies were life changing.
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History looks like us.
Black History Month is limited.
The message lasts forever.
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Zora Neale Hurston
Hurston listened when others overlooked. She captured Black life in its full voice, wit, and wisdom, leaving behind stories that still breathe, laugh, and argue back.
Continuing in my minimalist mode, but keeping it current this month is dedicated to the people of Minneapolis who are holding it down for the rest of us. They have protested daily in resistance to oppressive tactics of the federal government. Congratulations on being nominated for a Nobel Peace Prize.
Thurgood Marshall
Thurgood Marshall didn’t just argue cases. He reshaped the legal landscape, so equality had a fighting chance. His legacy lives in every ruling that leans toward fairness.
My work, Their Shoes will be a part of the Black History Month Exhibition at the Aurora Public Library. This exhibit will run the entire month of February.
My first presentation of 2026 will be at the Aurora Public Library on Wednesday February 18 at 6:30pm.
Season 8 dives deeper into some of the best African American movies ever made.
A movie used to be pieces of film that were put together to tell a story. These stories could evoke emotions and leave you feeling some kind of way. In Season Seven of TV Talk we are going to tell you about the best African American movies ever.. In Season Eight we finish up the list.
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This design was created to remind us that progress didn’t come quietly.
Every line, word, and color represents resilience, brilliance, and power.
Support Black history. Support Black creativity.
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Josephine Baker dazzled stages and defied borders. Performer, activist, freedom fighter. She proved artistry could be glamorous and brave at the same time.
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