Get Christie Love! was originally broadcast in January, 1974 as an ABC Movie of the Week, inspired by the 1970s blaxploitation films such as Tamara Dobson's Cleopatra Jones (1973), and Pam Grier's Coffy (1973) and Foxy Brown (1974). The title character had a catchphrase; upon apprehending a criminal, Love would declare, "You're under arrest, Sugah!" The film proved a success and consequently spawned a short-lived television series on the ABC network. Originally aired in the mid-70s, at the height of 'blaxploitation', this was American television's attempt to capitalize on the genre. It featured Teresa Graves as Ms. Love, an LAPD officer, known for her catchphrase; 'freeze, sugar'. Synopsis: Teresa Graves stars as a shapely sleuth in this 70s flick. Action scenes abound as the female police detective tries to get the goods on a huge drug empire. She's one bad mama! Storyline: Christie Love is a beautiful, charming Black woman who also happens to be a skilled undercover operative with the Los Angeles Police Department. Her smarts and skills often come in handy for posing as a prostitute, newspaper reporter, etc. to bring down the bad guys. Tagline: When you need a cop who's no lady... get Christie Love! 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 Teresa Graves, Harry Guardino, Louise Sorel

She's a photographer. She didn't come looking for trouble. Trouble found her anyway. Pam Grier stars as Friday Foster — a magazine photographer sent to cover the arrival of Blake Tar, the world's richest Black man. What starts as a simple assignment quickly unravels into a web of assassination plots, political conspiracies, and dangerous men who'll do anything to keep her quiet. One of the most iconic performances of Pam Grier's legendary career. Friday Foster is sharp, stylish, and unapologetically badass. 🔔

💥 Step into the world of hard-hitting street justice with Velvet Smooth (1976) — this Saturday’s classic feature on BlackTree TV! One of the lesser-known but fiercely memorable entries in the Blaxploitation era, Velvet Smooth introduces us to a powerful Black female lead who breaks barriers and bones with equal style. Directed by Michael Fink, Velvet Smooth stars Johnnie Hill in her only major film role as the private investigator with a sharp mind and deadlier fists. When a turf war erupts in Harlem, a crime boss turns to the one woman he knows can restore order: Velvet Smooth, a sleek and savvy PI with a no-nonsense attitude. Alongside her all-female karate squad, she dives into a mystery that pits her against double-crosses, rival gangs, and a corrupt system trying to keep her down. More than a crime drama, Velvet Smooth is a time capsule of 1970s urban cinema — showcasing Black power, martial arts flair, and a woman-led narrative at a time when few dared to tell it. 🖤 This film also reminds us of the trailblazing women who made room for future icons like Pam Grier and Tamara Dobson, and deserves its place among the canon of Blaxploitation heroines. 📢 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, and