The Autobiography of Miss Jane Pittman is an American television film based on the novel of the same name by Ernest J. Gaines starring Cicely Tyson as the titular heroine. The film was broadcast on CBS on Thursday, January 31, 1974. Directed by John Korty, the screenplay was written by Tracy Keenan Wynn and executive produced by Roger Gimbel. It stars Cicely Tyson in the lead role, as well as Michael Murphy, Richard Dysart, Katherine Helmond, and Odetta. The film was shot in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and was notable for its use of very realistic special effects makeup by Stan Winston and Rick Baker for the lead character, who is shown from ages 23 to 110. The film is distributed through Classic Media. Winner of nine Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Drama of the 1973-74 season, this was one of the most acclaimed TV movies ever, highlighted by Cicely Tyson's Emmy-winning performance as the (fictional) woman who was born into slavery in the 1850s and lived to see the Civil Rights movement a century later. Plot: Story of a black woman in the South who was born into slavery in the 1850s and lives to become a part of the civil rights movement in the 1960s. Storyline: During the racial turmoil of 1960s Louisiana, 110-year-old ex-slave Jane Pittman grants an interview to a persistent journalist and relates the remarkable story of her life. Orphaned early, she toils on a plantation until a chance meeting with a white Union soldier named Brown changes her outlook. Jane's emancipation marks only the beginning of an arduous and heartbreaking odyssey, framed by the horrors of slavery and the justice of the civil-rights movement. Synopsis: The time is the early 1960s Civil Rights Movement. Jane (played by Cicely Tyson), a former slave, is celebrating her 110th birthday. Two men tell her that a little girl is going to a segregated water fountain; she gets arrested because she is black. The next day Jane is interviewed by a journalist named Quentin Lerner (played by Michael Murphy) and she tells the story of her life. The climax of the story shows Jane going to the water fountain to desegregate it; her lifespan has bridged the time of slavery and the Civil Rights Movement. We do not own the rights to any of this film. This film is being used for historical and educational purposes only. No copyright infringement intended. Black Excellence:

Starring Cicely Tyson, Eric Brown, Richard Dysart

Dir. John Korty

Last Dance with Mary Jane ft. Tom Petty & Jelly Roll exclusive 7” and 4/20 merch collection available now at Snoop Dogg “Last Dance”, (feat. Tom Petty & Jelly Roll) produced by Dr. Dre, out now - Snoop Dogg’s album ‘Missionary’, produced by Dr. Dre, available now- Music Video Directed by: Dave Meyers Produced by Freenjoy Animation by Psyop & Temple Cache Follow Snoop Dogg: Website: Official Store: Facebook: Instagram: Twitter: Snapchat: Music video by Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Tom Petty, Jelly Roll performing Last Dance With Mary Jane.© 2025 Death Row/Aftermath/Interscope Records

Citizen Jane Full Movie. Jane Alexander, an attractive, athletic San Francisco woman, is enjoying a comfortable life in Pacific Heights with the man she loves, handsome, charismatic Tom O'Donnell. Jane's idyllic life is shattered when her beloved Aunt Gertrude McCabe is brutally murdered in San Jose. Jane's heartbreak turns to horror when a brilliant police detective, Jack Morris, finally convinces her that the killer is none other than her beloved boyfriend, Tom O'Donnell. Jane embarks on an epic journey to track down and convict the wily and resourceful O'Donnell, astonishing both police and prosecutors for her shrewdness and tenacity. Directed by Armand Mastroianni Stars Ally Sheedy, Meat Loaf, Sean Patrick Flanery, Nia Peeples, Robert Curtis Brown, Anne De Salvo, Jon Polito 2009 Edited for YouTube ad standards MORE Popcornflix MOVIES, FREE on YouTube!  Action:  Romance:  Horror:  Crime:  Drama:  Comedy:  Western:  Popcornflix Channel page: Watch more free movies and TV series at Popcornflix.com, or on the Popcornflix app available on Roku, Amazon FireTV, iOS, Android, Chromecast, and AppleTV. , Full length free movies and TV series. Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Twitter: Popcornflix is owned/operated by Screen Media Ventures

A Seattle morning weather anchor melts down live on-air. Closing in on forty, she is now unemployed, lacks career prospects, and must cope with her cheating boyfriend. Weather Girl is a slice of life comedy about reckoning the difference between growing old and growing up. Directed by Blayne Weaver 2009 Starring: Tricia O' Kelley (New Adventures of Old Christine) Mark Harmon (NCIS) Kaitlin Olson (It's Always Sunny..., The Mick) Marin Hinkle (Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, Once and Again, Two and a Half Men) Blair Underwood (LA Law) Patrick J. Adams (Suits) Jane Lynch (Glee) Jon Cryer (Two and a Half Men) David Giuntoli (Grimm, A Million Little Things) Enrico Colantoni (Veronica Mars, Just Shoot Me) Brett Butler Edited for YouTube ad standards MORE Popcornflix MOVIES, FREE on YouTube!  Action:  Romance:  Horror:  Crime:  Drama:  Comedy:  Western:  Popcornflix Channel page: Watch more free movies and TV series at Popcornflix.com, or on the Popcornflix app available on Roku, Amazon FireTV, iOS, Android, Chromecast, and AppleTV. , Full length free movies and TV series. Like us on Facebook: Follow us on Twitter: Popcornflix is owned/operated by Screen Media Ventures

💥 The Muthers (1976) | Jayne Kennedy Threesome Begins | Juneteenth Action Feature | BlackTree TV Strap in for explosive action, female-led vengeance, and revolutionary flair as Jayne Kennedy headlines the cult classic The Muthers. As part of our Juneteenth Special Presentation, this gritty, tropical, guerrilla-style Blaxploitation gem taps directly into the spirit of freedom fighting, sisterhood, and resistance against systemic abuse—all core to the legacy of Juneteenth. 📽️ FILM SYNOPSIS: When revolutionary pirate queen Kelly (Jeannie Bell) learns her sister has been kidnapped and imprisoned at a sadistic jungle compound, she and her crew of gun-slinging women—including the fierce Marcie (Jayne Kennedy)—go undercover to rescue her. What unfolds is a radical jailbreak story full of combat, cunning, and female empowerment. Set against the backdrop of a tropical prison camp, The Muthers delivers raw action and anti-colonial overtones, channeling the fight for liberation from a woman-led perspective. 🎭 KEY CAST: • Jayne Kennedy as Serena — A groundbreaking actress, sportscaster, and beauty queen, Kennedy won Miss Ohio USA in 1970 and broke racial barriers on-screen and on-air. Known for her elegance and power, she brought poise and muscle to roles during the golden era of Blaxploitation. • Jeannie Bell as Kelly — The first African American Playboy Playmate (October 1969), Bell carved out her own path in martial arts action cinema. • Rosanne Katon and Trina Parks (of Diamonds Are Forever) round out the powerful ensemble of women warriors. 🎬 FILMMAKING TEAM: • Director: Cirio H. Santiago — A Filipino cult filmmaker famous for his work in exploitation and war films with a radical edge. • Writer: Cyril St. James • Production: New World Pictures (Roger Corman’s famed indie outfit) 📅 Release Year: 1976 ⏱️ Run Time: 84 minutes 🎞️ Genre: Action | Blaxploitation | Women-in-prison | Guerrilla Warfare ⸻ 🖤 Why This Film for Juneteenth? Juneteenth celebrates Black freedom from systems of oppression. The Muthers offers a metaphorical and literal rebellion as these women of color fight for their dignity, escape colonial captivity, and take back their power. Jayne Kennedy’s performance is a reminder that Black women have always been at the forefront of liberation—on screen and off. 🔔 Don’t miss any of the action —

Written, directed, and produced by Jae Matthews and Augustus Muller of Boy Harsher ( THE RUNNER follows a strange woman as she travels to a secluded, rural town where her violent compulsions are slowly revealed. The story intertwines with Boy Harsher performing on a public access channel. Their music scores the strange woman's descent deeper into the unknown. THE RUNNER features break-out performances by musician Kris Esfandiari (King Woman), performance artist Sigrid Lauren (FlucT), and musician Cooper B. Handy (Lucy). Premieres January 16 on Shudder ===================================

The untold story of Katherine G. Johnson, Dorothy Vaughan and Mary Jackson – brilliant African-American women working at NASA and serving as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in history – the launch of astronaut John Glenn into orbit. The visionary trio crossed all gender and race lines to inspire generations to dream big.

Starring Taraji P. Henson, Octavia Spencer, Janelle Monáe

Dir. Theodore Melfi

The tender, heartbreaking story of a young man’s struggle to find himself, told across three defining chapters in his life as he experiences the ecstasy, pain, and beauty of falling in love, while grappling with his own sexuality.

Starring Trevante Rhodes, André Holland, Janelle Monáe

Dir. Barry Jenkins

Starring Ryan Reynolds, Gemma Arterton, Anna Kendrick

Dir. Marjane Satrapi

After years of slapdash sequels, the Camp Miasma franchise is handed over to an enthusiastic young director for resurrection. But when she visits the original’s star, a now-reclusive actress shrouded in mystery, the two women fall into a blood-soaked world of desire, fear, and delirium.

Starring Hannah Einbinder, Gillian Anderson, Amanda Fix

Dir. Jane Schoenbrun

Following the death of his father, Jay Gardiner goes diving off the central Coast of California in search of his remains, but is swallowed by a massive sperm whale. While trapped inside its belly with only one hour of oxygen left, Jay comes to realize that the hard-earned lessons his father imparted may be the key to his escape.

Starring Austin Abrams, Josh Brolin, Elisabeth Shue

Dir. Brian Duffield

The Great White Hope is a 1970 American biographical romantic drama film written and adapted from the 1967 Howard Sackler play of the same name. The film was directed by Martin Ritt, starring James Earl Jones, Jane Alexander, Chester Morris, Hal Holbrook, Beah Richards and Moses Gunn. Jones and Alexander, who also appeared in the same roles in the stage versions, received Best Actor and Actress Academy Award nominations for their performances. This unflinching look at racism, pride, and perseverance remains painfully relevant today. The film and play is based on the true story of boxer Jack Johnson and his first wife, Etta Terry Duryea, and the controversy over their marriage and Duryea's death by suicide in 1912. The Great White Hope is a powerful drama that explores the resilience and struggle of a Black heavyweight boxing champion, Jack Jefferson, as he faces relentless challenges from a society intent on his downfall. Based on true events, The Great White Hope tells the story of Jefferson and his white partner, Eleanor, whose relationship stirs controversy and hostility. With themes of racial prejudice, love, and perseverance, this cinematic gem dives deep into the struggles and sacrifices of a man determined to rise above society’s expectations. Directed by the acclaimed Martin Ritt and starring the legendary James Earl Jones alongside Jane Alexander, The Great White Hope brings heart-wrenching moments, raw performances, and an unflinching look at race and identity in America. Plot: A Black champion boxer and his white female companion struggle to survive while the white boxing establishment looks for ways to knock him down. Synopsis: Jack Jefferson (James Earl Jones) is the boxing heavyweight champion of early 1910s America. But as a black man, he's not only fighting other boxers, but discrimination and prejudice as well. The boxing fans and press resent the idea of a black champion and are actively searching for a "great white hope" that can defeat him. But it's Jefferson's activities outside the ring, primarily involving the white Eleanor Bachman (Jane Alexander), that may prove to be his downfall. Storyline: Boxer Jack Jefferson (James Earl Jones) is the world's reigning heavyweight boxing champion. There's just one problem: he is also the first Black heavyweight champion, which bothers a lot of people. Jack's celebration is cut short when he is framed for crossing a state line with Eleanor, his white fiancée (Jane Alexander in her first film role), a violation of the Mann Act. Facing a prison sentence, Jack escapes to Europe with Eleanor in tow, encountering problems in England, and then France, and eventually landing in Cuba. In Havana, Jack agrees to enter the boxing ring for what might be the bout of his life. Both Jones and Alexander were nominated for Oscars. Tagline: The most honored play in the history of Broadway... becomes an electrifying motion picture! Reception: The film opened to positive responses from both audiences and critics. They especially loved the performances of both James Earl Jones and Jane Alexander, who were in the original stage play: they won Tony Awards for the play. Jones would get bigger roles after this film, and Alexander made a debut here. Jones later contributed commentary to a documentary about Jack Johnson that would sum up this film, saying: "To know the story of Jack Johnson is to know that it is a study in hubris." Critic Emanuel Levy wrote called it a "well-acted drama". Variety said: “Jones' re-creation of his stage role is an eye-riveting experience. The towering rages and unrestrained joys of which his character was capable are portrayed larger than life.” We do not own the rights to any of this film. This film is being used for historical and educational purposes only. No copyright infringement intended. Black Excellence:

Starring James Earl Jones, Jane Alexander, Lou Gilbert

Dir. Martin Ritt