Young, Scripted, & Black
By QuenDesmond K.
Young, Scripted, & Black Oct 30, 2020
S2E3 Coming 2 America
We're back for more unsolicited opinions! Our latest discussion is around Eddie Murphy's sequel, Coming 2 America. New movie, new HNIC. Find out who wins Da Bench this week.
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The Color Purple
Welcome back listeners! Happy Women's Month! We're back to pay homage to a powerful film, The Color Purple. The gang gets into a heated debate. Who was the true winner? Let us know on our socials!
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One Night in Miami
Happy Black History Month! We're back with Season 2! The gang talks about Regina King's directorial debut. We added some new segments and things get heated. Hit us up and tell us your favorite part of the episode and the movie.
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Episode 22: Friday After Next
Hello loyal listeners. It's the season finale! I know... we'll miss you too. We jump into the 3rd movie of the Friday trilogy. We're also talking about which Christmas traditions we grew up with and how we envision our future Christmas traditions as big big adults (spoiler alert: libations).
Stay safe and Happy Holidays!
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Episode 21: This Christmas
Holiday seeeeeasoooon, AYE! As soon as November hit (sorry for the late upload folks...life stuff), we watched and recorded our first Christmas movie. Is this an annual watch for you?
We give a little VOTE rant at the end buuut guess what?! wediditjoe you'regonnabethenextpresidentoftheunitedstaaaates.
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Episode 20: Tales From the Hood
Hi all! Part TWO of our Spooky Szn Special is here. A 90s anthology film is just what you need to wrap up this year's Halloween viewing. This movie also just had its 25 year anniversary! Listen in as we talk about the realities of black people's horrors.
Don't forget to stay tuned in for Dana D's Girlfriends update as well.
#GOVOTE
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Happy Halloween!
Episode 19: Blackbox
Hey listeners! It's spoooooky szn and we are here to deliver in our special TWO-PART horror special. Well, horror-ish. Can you guys guess which two members of our gang are anti-spooky?
Anyway, tune in as we break down this brand new to streaming services film.
Also, #BlackSitcomThemeSongsMatter.
AND ONE LAST THING, GO VOTE!
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Episode 18: Up, Up and Away
We're dipping into our childhoods this week, y'all. This Disney Channel and Robert Townsend mashup gave us quite a bit to talk about this week. Also we talked about the casting of Storm before the showing of that one scene on that one black sci-fi/horror show. Happy listening!
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Episode 17: Boomerang
Welcome back y'all! Join us as we discuss this 90s rom-com. Quite a few of your faves are seen early on in their careers!
The gang talks about our signature seductive moves when we have a crush. What are yours?
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Episode 16: Woo
Welcome back gang! Join us as we discuss the OG Entanglement Queen, Miss Jada Pinkett Thee Smith, in this 90s rom-com. Is this a fave film of yours? Find out where it ranks with us in the "Classic or Nah" segment. Plus, find out next week's pick.
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Episode 15: The Five Heartbeats
Welcome back y'all! We've got Robert Townsend's prominent musical, OFTEN confused as a biopic, The Five Heartbeats. Join the cast as we discuss our favorite moments from the film. Dana poses the question, "How would you recast the heartthrob group with modern actors/singers?"
Find out how each of us answered!
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Episode 14: Crooklyn
Hey y'all! Join us this wee as we discuss another Spike Lee Joint, Crooklyn! Come along with us on a journey of growth and maturity while dealing with everyday life and tragedy. Also, find outa little more about Maya, Dana, Tiana, & Quen's least favorite foods.
Episode 13: White Chicks
Hey y'all! Welcome back! Join us this week as we get into a Wayans family production. We discuss how this movie deserves more and how it IS A CLASSIC! Also Check out I Am A White Woman by the Nod tis episode discusses White Chicks and is one of our faves!
Episode 12: New Jack city
Hey y'all! Join us this week as we discuss New Jack city! This movie being the fave of Maya and Dana's mom we'll see what he group thinks of it and whether this is a classic or nah!
Episode 11: The Cookout
Hey y'all and welcome back!! Join us this week as we discuss a laugh out loud comedy, The Cookout! Join as we discuss one os the groups faves, Jenifer Lewis, and a star studded cast! Will this be a classic or nah? Join us and see!
Episode 10: Selah and The Spades
Hey y'all and welcome back! This week we have a treat for you. A movie that 3/4 of the crew HASN'T SEEN! We also have a dilemma when it comes to classic or nah this week . . . Tune in and see what the crew feels about this young film and whether we think it's a classic or nah!
Episode 9: Waiting to Exhale
Welcome back! This week we have a tried and true CLASSIC! Waiting to Exhale! join us as we enjoy a hilariously in depth discussion of Bernie, Savannah, Robin, and Gloria's man trouble and how they as friends not only deal with it but exhale!
Episode 8: The Fighting Temptations
Hey y'all and Welcome back! Join us as we discuss The Fighting Temptations. For the first time in a long time we all have seen the movie and can all agree on whether this isa classic or nah! (I guess the contrarian took a break and our black movie novice was ready for action) Join us as we discuss this classic and its awesome and not so good attributes!
Episode 7: Johnson Family Vacation
Welcome back y'all! This week we have Johnson Family Vacation. Tune in as we get into this discussion and I'm sure you all know by now who has to be the contrarian...🙄 Thankfully we've all at least seen this movie!
Episode 6: Kingdom Come
Hey Guys! Welcome Back! Join us this week as we discuss Kingdom Come, this week we have two who have seen the entire movie, one who has seen pieces, and one who this is their first time. (I bet y'all can guess which one of us that is 🤔) We also have a new category this week called "What'd You Watch?" You may also be in for a surprise in the "Classic or Nah" section. Tune in and let us know what you think.
Episode 5: Diary of A Mad Black Woman
Hey y'all! It's better late than never right??? In this episode we have a Tyler Perry film, Diary of A Mad Black Woman! Listen in as we discuss and find out who was the contrarian and found this movie to be a classic!
Episode 4: The Brothers
Welcome back after a long break! Join the crew as we discuss the beautifully casted film, The Brothers. We have a hearty laugh and please excuse the fireworks in the background, we decided to film on "The Fourth of July". Also, excuse Quen and that nasty cough!
Episode 3: A Lowdown Dirty Shame
This week you're in for a treat because this will be EVERYONE'S first time watching this movie. Listen in for a good time with the gang. Will this movie end up in "The Hall of Flame"? What is "The Hall of Flame"? Listen in to find out that and more!
Episode 2: Two Can Play That Game
Join the gang as we discuss a film that we know many of you love, Two Can Play That Game. Listen in as we discuss the film led by cult classic queen, Vivica A. Fox. You're in for a treat because ALL of us have seen the film this time, no shade. The twist on classic or nah is sure to throw you for a loop.
Episode 1: School Daze
Maya, Dana, Tiana, and Quen sit down and have a engaging conversation about Spike Lee's HBCU centered musical comedy-drama, School Daze. Listen in to hear the perspectives of a few who have seen the movie multiple times and the one 👀 whom this was their first time! Tune in to episode 1 and stimulate your minds and your sense of humor.