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Black Love Cinema

Black Love Cinema

By Ryan BCC

Couple and co-hosts Ryan-BCC and TT-Went-There are on an epic mission to review and discuss old and newly released films that tell Black love stories.
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Episode 10: Queen and Slim

Black Love CinemaDec 09, 2019

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Episode 10: Queen and Slim

Episode 10: Queen and Slim

In this episode, TT-Went-There and Ryan-BCC discuss the 2019 film, "Queen and Slim" a powerful film about love produced by the pressure cooker of racism and the reality of being black in America. Daniel Kaluuya (Get Out, Black Panther) and newcomer Jodie Turner-Smith blaze the silver screen with Oscar-worthy performances. We have some special guests that join us to talk about this film, this is definitely and episode worth tuning in for!

Instagram: @BlackLoveCinema, @TTWentThere, @Ryan_BCC

Dec 09, 201901:29:43
Episode 9: Think Like a Man

Episode 9: Think Like a Man

In this episode, TT-Went-There and Ryan-BCC discuss the 2012 film, "Think Like a Man." A jam-packed cast, including leading funny-man Kevin Hart, takes viewers on a wild ride through the ebbs and flows of relationships as each character battles their personal vices to be the "right one." This classic take on the battle of the sexes takes on new life with the backdrop of Steve Harvey's "self-help" book of the same title as the basis for the characters decisions and consequences.

Instagram: @BlackLoveCinema, @TTWentThere, @Ryan_BCC

Nov 19, 201901:06:44
Episode 8: Django Unchained

Episode 8: Django Unchained

In this episode, TT-Went-There and Ryan-BCC discuss the 2012 film, "Django Unchained." It's a period piece that has very heavy content. It is funny-serious and depicts the lengths that Black love will go to stay alive. Instagram: @BlackLoveCinema, @TTWentThere, @Ryan_BCC
Nov 12, 201957:03
Episode 07: Love Jones

Episode 07: Love Jones

In this episode, TT-Went-There and Ryan-BCC discuss the 1997 film, "Love Jones." It's been deemed a cult classic in 20+ years since its release. This is a gorgeous film that is like no other that we've discussed on the BLC Pod. We have a poignant conversation about the power of vulnerability in romantic relationships. Instagram: @BlackLoveCinema, @TTWentThere, @Ryan_BCC

Nov 04, 201958:44
Episode 06: Why Did I Get Married?

Episode 06: Why Did I Get Married?

In this episode, TT-Went-There and Ryan-BCC discuss the 2007 film, "Why Did I Get Married?" Arguably the film that garnered Tyler Perry's international acclaim. This star studded film explores the relationships of 4 couples and really pushes viewers to confront the question, why did I get married? This episode also pushes listeners to think about and use the hashtag #IDidThisForMyself to share their self care tips with the BLC community.
Instagram: @BlackLoveCinema, @TTWentThere, @Ryan_BCC
Oct 28, 201901:11:18
Episode 05: A Thin Line Between Love and Hate

Episode 05: A Thin Line Between Love and Hate

In this episode, TT-Went-There and Ryan-BCC discuss the 1996 film A Thin Line Between Love and Hate. It takes viewers on a wild ride, depicting the dark side of mismanaging someones heart. Martin Lawrence, Lynn Whitfield, and Regina King give amazing performances ranging from down right hilarious to completely insane. This episode also touches on how to pay attention to warning signs in relationships.
Instagram: @BlackLoveCinema, @TTWentThere, @Ryan_BCC
Oct 21, 201953:45
Episode 04: Brown Sugar

Episode 04: Brown Sugar

In this episode TT-Went-There and Ryan-BCC discuss the iconic 2002 film that attempts to write a love letter to Hip Hop: Brown Sugar. Black Love Cinema mega stars, Taye Diggs and Sanaa Lathan, depict a heartfelt love affair that started in childhood with hip hop. They also discuss the importance of having a supportive partner.
Instagram: @BlackLoveCinema, @TTWentThere, @Ryan_BCC
Oct 14, 201901:05:48
Episode 03: Southside With You

Episode 03: Southside With You

In this episode TT-Went-There and Ryan-BCC discuss the courtship of the 44th first couple, the Obamas, as depicted in the 2016 film Southside with you. Stars Tika Sumpter and Parker Sawyers get vulnerable as they depict the conversation packed first date of Michelle Robinson and Barack Obama in the summer of 1989.
Instagram: @BlackLoveCinema, @TTWentThere, @Ryan_BCC
Oct 07, 201959:34
Episode 02: Jason's Lyric

Episode 02: Jason's Lyric

Jason's Lyric is a Black Love Cinema essential. In this episode TT-Went-There and Ryan-BCC discuss the corrosive nature of mental illness on relationships as portrayed in this 1994 classic starring Allen Payne and Jada Pinkett.
Instagram: @BlackLoveCinema, @TTWentThere, @Ryan_BCC
Sep 30, 201955:14
Episode 01: Boomerang

Episode 01: Boomerang

In the inaugural episode of the Black Love Cinema Podcast co-hosts and couple, TT-went-there and Ryan-BCC review the 1992 rom-com, Boomerang. Join them weekly as they laugh and dissect films that explore Black Love.
Instagram: @BlackLoveCinema @TTWentThere @Ryan_BCC
Sep 23, 201930:00