THEME EXPLORATION

African American comedians

12 films · 2 directors

Tracing the thread…

FILMS THAT EXPLORE THIS

Buffalo Bill and the Indians, or Sitting Bull’s History Lesson

Buffalo Bill and the Indians, or Sitting Bull’s History Lesson
1976 · Robert Altman

Custer of the West

Custer of the West
1967 · Robert Siodmak

Destiny
1944 · Julien Duvivier

Little Big Man
1970 · Arthur Penn

Mississippi Blues

Mississippi Blues
1984 · Bertrand Tavernier

The Plainsman
1936 · Cecil B. DeMille

Sons of Liberty

Sons of Liberty
1939 · Michael Curtiz

L'Atalante
1934 · Jean Vigo

The Pinochet Case

The Pinochet Case
2001 · Patricio Guzmán

Man No Run
1989 · Claire Denis

Gaayapadda Simham

Gaayapadda Simham
2026 · Kasyap Sreenivas

Appunti per un’Orestiade africana

Appunti per un’Orestiade africana
1970 · Pier Paolo Pasolini

DIRECTORS WHO EXPLORE THIS

John Lee Hancock USA

His films frequently feature African American comedic talent and blend humor with social commentary on race and identity.

F. Gary Gray USA

His filmography showcases African American comedians in leading roles while exploring cultural narratives and humor within the Black community.