Blaxploitation and Exploitation Cinema

This chapter explores the rise of blaxploitation films during the politically charged 1970s, focusing on the groundbreaking work 'Sweet Sweetback's Badass Song' and its themes of crime, social commentary, and representation. It also discusses the influence of exploitation films like 'Faster Pussycat! Kill! Kill!' and how they shaped the genre while highlighting the contentious choices made by directors. Through these discussions, the chapter examines the intersection of race, gender, and societal issues within the cinematic landscape of the time.