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Blahzayblah Film Chat is a podcast that discusses cinematic works by Black filmmakers ranging from well-known releases to obscure silent films, providing colorful analysis on film and screenwriting techniques as well as a bit of social commentary.
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Apr 2, 2024
Apr 2, 2024
2hr 51 min
On this episode of Blahzayblah Film Chat “Candy Man” the 2021 film release directed by Nia DaCosta is discussed. A sequel to the 1992 film of the same name, a Chicago based artist explores the legacy of Candy Man and finds himself engulfed by the horror and trauma of the past. The film stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Teyonah Parris and Colman Domingo.
Jun 14, 2023
Jun 14, 2023
1hr 23 min
On this episode of Blahzayblah Film Chat "Jezebel" the 2019 film release written and directed by Numa Perrier is discussed. A young woman's entry into the world of 'cam girls' in 1990s Las Vegas after the death of her mother is explored.
Feb 26, 2022
Feb 26, 2022
55 min
On this episode of Blahzayblah Film Chat "Lying Lips" the 1939 film release written and directed by Oscar Micheaux is discussed. After nightclub singer Elsie Bellwood refuses to date the nightclub patrons, she's framed for the murder of her aunt and must prove her innocence or face life in prison.
Mar 19, 2021
Mar 19, 2021
1hr 34 min
On this episode of Blahzayblah Film Chat "The Weekend" the 2018 film release directed and written by Stella Meghie is discussed. A standup comedian (Sasheer Zamata) goes on a weekend trip with her ex-boyfriend (Tone Bell) and his new girlfriend (DeWanda Wise) and winds up in a romantic entanglement with her ex and a handsome guest (Y'lan Noel).
Oct 6, 2020
Oct 6, 2020
1hr 1 min
On this episode of Blahzayblah Film Chat "A Boy. A Girl. A Dream: Love on Election Night" the 2018 film release directed by Qasim Basir is discussed. Two strangers find love and solace in each other on the night of the 2016 US election.
Jun 30, 2020
Jun 30, 2020
1hr 16 min
On this episode of Blahzayblah Film Chat "I Like It Like That" the 1994 debut film from writer/director Darnell Martin is discussed.
May 19, 2020
May 19, 2020
1hr 21 min
On this episode of Blahzayblah Film Chat "Medicine for Melancholy" the 2008 debut film from writer/director Barry Jenkins is discussed.
Mar 28, 2020
Mar 28, 2020
57 min
On this episode of Blahzayblah Film Chat the film noir classic 'Devil In A Blue Dress' is discussed.
Feb 29, 2020
Feb 29, 2020
16 min
On this episode of Blahzayblah Film Chat the black and white classic film "Dirty Gertie from Harlem USA" is discussed.