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QLS Classic: Spike Lee (Part 2)

Nov 2, 2020

Spike Lee discusses his later films, funding for Malcolm X, and the parallel between athletes and musicians. The speakers also touch on Tyler Perry, autibiographical elements in 'Crooklyn', and the portrayal of marginalized groups in 'De la Quar'.

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Discussing Spike Lee's Film Scores and Terence Blanche's Involvement

Scene Analysis and Brotherly Love

Parallel between Athletes and Musicians

10:00 • 14min

Real Experiences Inspiring the Movie

Funding the Film Malcolm X: Determination and Self-Reliance

31:11 • 10min

Oscar Nominations and Wins of Denzel Washington and Al Pacino

School Experiences and Different Career Paths

Crooklyn: A Memorable Spike Lee Film

47:56 • 13min

The Representation of Marginalized Groups in 'De la Quar'

01:01:13 • 8min

Denzel's Surprise Basketball Skills

01:09:32 • 12min

Filmmaking Choices and Personal Aspirations

01:21:16 • 2min

DashPass Sponsorship and Discussion on Director's Cut of 'Malcolm X'

01:23:30 • 2min

Documentary making and the decision to include post-mortem pictures

01:25:12 • 7min

The Resolved Beef and Talents of Spike Lee and Tyler Perry

01:31:52 • 11min

Movies, Filmmaking, and Chewy-Tail

01:42:55 • 13min

Choosing Films to 'Kill'

01:55:53 • 4min

Farewell and Sponsor Ad

01:59:35 • 2min

Mobile Banking, Hilton Perks, and eBay Motors

02:01:35 • 2min