RetroVision Theater's Ebony Classics
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
RetroVision Theater Presents: Sepia Cinderella 1947
This is a tale of a struggling young songwriter getting a break from the sudden success of a hit song, but can't handle his new found fame. Great performances by an all African American/Black cast. Enjoy the history, enjoy the music and share the fun.
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
The Loin Tamer 1943
The Lion Tamer is a 1934 animated short film produced by the Van Beuren Studios and directed by Vernon Stallings and starring Charles J. Correll and Freeman F. Gosden as the voices of their popular radio characters, Amos 'n' Andy. It was one of two such films made that year, the other being The Rasslin' Match. These two shorts and the 1930 live-action film Check and Double Check constitute the only visual representations of Amos 'n' Andy prior to the advent of network television.
Monday, April 18, 2011
Black Fist 1974 aka Bogard
Aka Bogard, this blaxploitation flick may leave a lot to be desired, but there is plenty of ass kicking going on to hold your interest. In this simple plot, a Los Angeles street-fighter goes to work for gangsters to make money.
Monday, February 28, 2011
Where's My Man To-nite 1943
Rodney (Hugo Martin) resists his grandfather's (George T. Sutton) attempts to push him into the military, but when he's drafted, he has to make a choice.
Wednesday, February 23, 2011
Jivin in Be-Bop 1946
For Black History Month, we step back into yesteryear to enjoy this sensational music and variety extravaganza. With Dizzy Gillespie, Freddie Carter and Milt Jackson burning up the stage, even lames of today will feel the heat from the retro years.
Friday, February 18, 2011
Classic Black Movies: Juke Joint 1947
Two broke ass con men get involved in a small town beauty contest. Enjoy the laughs, the history and the experience with a friend.
Tuesday, November 30, 2010
RetroVision Theater Presents A Natural Born Gambler 1916
A lovable scoundrel is busted for gambling and thrown into jail, where he dreams of playing poker - but even in his dreams, he loses. This film was written, directed and stars Bert Williams.
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