This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film, the 2020 biographical drama, "The Banker." The story follows two African-American entrepreneurs in the 1960s who hire a working-class white man to pretend to be the head of their business empire while they pose as a janitor and chauffeur in order to buy banks to help the local Black economy. The random topic this week is all about the domestic violence allegations against rising star actor, Jonathan Majors. The hosts discuss their stance as of now on the situation, some responses to the allegations by the public, seriousness of the charges, some comparisons that are being made, and much more.

This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to review the 2014 film, "No Good Deed." The film follows former district attorney Terri (Taraji P. Henson) who finds herself trapped in her home by a stranger named Colin (Idris Elba) who seeks refuge from a storm. However, as the night goes on, she begins to suspect that Colin is not who he claims to be and that her life is in danger. This psychological Black thriller explores the dangers of isolation and loneliness, and how they can lead to vulnerability and poor decision-making. With good performances by Henson and Elba.

This week on the Black on Black Cinema podcast, the crew returns to announce the next film to be reviewed, "No Good Deed." Starring Taraji P. Henson and Idris Elba, the film follows an unstable escaped convict who terrorizes a woman and her two children. The random topic this week is all about comedian Chris Rock's latest stand-up special, Selective Outrage. We discuss our thoughts on the special as a whole and dig into Rock's response about being slapped by Will Smith at the Academy Awards one year ago for saying a joke about Smith's wife, Jada Pinkett Smith.

This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 1974 film, Claudine, starring Diahann Carroll and James Earl Jones. "Claudine" is a powerful film that explores the devastating impact of American welfare policies on Black families. The story follows Claudine, a single mother of six living in Harlem, as she navigates the challenges of poverty and racism. Despite facing numerous obstacles, Claudine remains determined to provide for her family and find love. This film highlights the struggles of Black families in the face of systemic oppression and sheds light on the importance of community and perseverance.

This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to announce the next film to be reviewed, the 1974 film, "Claudine." The film follows a garbage collector who begins to court a single mom of six children. However, their relationship is put under undue stress because of the welfare system in the United States. The random topic this week is all about the creator of the cartoon Dilbert, Scott Adams after he went on a racist rant about how over 50% of Black people hate White people. Adams goes on to say he is tired of helping Black people and advocates for moving away from Black Americans as a white person.

This week on Black On Black Cinema, the crew returns to discuss the 2007 film, "I Think I Love My Wife," directed by and starring Chris Rock. The movie is a comedic drama that explores the themes of temptation and monogamy in a black middle-class marriage. The film follows the life of Richard Cooper, a successful investment banker, and his struggle to resist the advances of an old friend while staying true to his wife and family. Through Richard's journey, the film touches on issues of marriage, infidelity, and the challenges of modern-day relationships.

This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to preview the next film, "I Think I Love My Wife" starring Chris Rock, Kerry Washington, and Gina Torres. The film follows a married man who daydreams about being with other women and finds his will and morals tested after he's visited by the ex-mistress of his old friend. The random topic this week is all about Malcolm D. Lee's finale to The Best Man franchise, "The Best Man: The Final Chapters." In "The Best Man: The Final Chapters", old rivalries and buried secrets resurface as the group of college friends reunite for a wedding.  With a star-studded cast that includes Morris Chestnut, Taye Diggs, Regina Hall, Sanaa Lathan, Melissa De Sousa, Terrence Howard, Nia Long, and Harold Perrineau.

Exploring the themes of cycles of violence, corruption, and racism in the movie 'Menace II Society'. Discussion on the importance of the film and its portrayal of inner-city life. An examination of a disturbing scene featuring a child witnessing a violent shooting. Delving into the life of the main character, a drug dealer coping with loss. Analyzing the behavior of an 18-year-old character and the introduction of a new character, Sharif. Highlighting the absurdity of carrying guns for personal safety. Exploring themes of struggles in the black community, media influence, and issues of police corruption. Emphasizing the importance of remaining silent during police interrogations. Discussion on scenes of interrogation, vomit, and car robbery. Appreciating the impact of actor Charles Dutton's performance.

This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns announce the next film, "Menace II Society." The film follows a young street hustler attempts to escape the rigors and temptations of the ghetto in a quest for a better life. The random topic of the week is about the loss of Tyre Nichols at the hands of five Black police officers.

This week on Black on Black Cinema, the episode is dedicated to the 1975 film, 'The Black Gestapo', a film that still can generate some serious controversy and debate today. Directed by Lee Frost, the film tells the story of a charismatic leader who creates a black supremacist group to fight against the oppression of the black community. But is this film a powerful statement or a dangerous message? We will examine all sides of the film, its depiction of Black Power, the historical context and the criticism it has received over the years. So, sit back and enjoy our in-depth analysis of this bold film.