Adventures In Black Cinema With Desmond Thorne

Adventures in Returning & Robbery (Dead Presidents) Aug 24, 2022

And we’re back! This time Desmond dives into the CLASSIC 90’s film, DEAD PRESIDENTS, and gets into the nitty gritty of the historical context of the film and the importance of learning more about Black and Latin men’s experiences during and after the Vietnam war. He also discusses the incredible performances from the ensemble, as well as some amazing gay shit that just dropped for us late last month!

Adventures in Side-Eye & Stardom (Dreamgirls) with Shatara Michelle Ford Jun 22, 2022

As a new Beyoncé album looms and Jennifer Hudson is a new EGOT winner, it’s time to talk about DREAMGIRLS! Desmond gets into the film version of this classic Black musical with writer/director of the Indie Spirit nominated film TEST PATTERN, Shatara Michelle Ford! They talk about the aspects of filmmaking, performance, and storytelling that they love in the film, and throw some well-meaning side-eye to the aspects that don’t work quite as well. Also, Shatara SLAYS an edition of “Who’s Invited”!

Adventures in Invention & Interracial Relationships (The Watermelon Woman) Jun 08, 2022

This week, Desmond gets into a past Trust & Believe, the landmark Queer film, THE WATERMELON WOMAN. The first feature film to be released by a Black Lesbian (Cheryl Dunye) carries a great deal about inventing your own history, as well as interracial relations, and Desmond digs right into both, as well as how much this film and its ideas mean to him. Also, this week’s You Betta Act award throws it back to 1986 with a spectacular British Noir film.

Adventures in Comedy & Commentary (Don’t Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood) May 25, 2022

Finally after diving into almost all of the film it parodies, Desmond gets into the nitty gritty of the CLASSIC comedy DON’T BE A MENACE! He talks about the intelligence in the visual comedy that drives the film, the commentary that the film provides, and why laughter is so needed within the Black community. Also, this week’s Trust and Believe spotlights a film by a newly out entertainer!

Adventures in Queens & Queens (Coming to America) with Amanda Seales May 11, 2022

We are finally joined by Amanda Seales to discuss her favorite movie of all time, COMING TO AMERICA!! This joyful conversation about this comedy classic focuses on the brilliance behind the script, the performances, and the legacy that this film has created. It also leaves Desmond and Amanda yearning for the heyday of Black comedy films. Also, Desmond puts Amanda to the test with an in depth round of Who’s Invited!!

Adventures in Winning & Will Smith (King Richard) Apr 20, 2022

The time has come to talk about one of the only Black films up for Oscars this year, KING RICHARD. Desmond gets into this general thoughts on the film, and digs into Will Smith’s performance, his legacy, and of course touches on everyone’s favorite subject…the slap. Also, Desmond gives out some well deserved snaps and claps to ANOTHER winner from the land of Philly!

Adventures in Blood & Black Excellence (Blade) Apr 05, 2022

It’s time to sink our teeth into the FIRST Black Marvel comics film, BLADE! Desmond talks about the Black Excellence coursing through the veins of this film, the main characters, and Wesley Snipes’ iconic portrayal of the title character as well as how blood works its way into the major themes of the film (and makes Desmond a bit squeamish).

Adventures in Growth & Game (Class Act) with E & T Phone Home Podcast Mar 15, 2022

This week, Desmond is joined by Eliel Lucero and Tevon Gonzalez for another Kid n Play film! This time they talk CLASS ACT, and the ways in which the concept of having game influenced them as high schoolers, as well as the growth aspect that’s present in the film. And of course, it’s an episode with guests, so get ready for a double round of Who’s Invited!!

Adventures in Fun & Family Dynamics (Crooklyn) Feb 22, 2022

It’s our fiftieth episode!! Desmond covers another classic Spike Lee joint, and connects Crooklyn to the fun of summer as child, and the different dynamics presented in this family as well as his own. Also, the word on the street is about the legendary cast of an upcoming musical film!

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Adventures in Love & Letting Go (Poetic Justice) Feb 08, 2022

Welcome back, y’all!! This week, Desmond digs into the relationship dynamics explored in the classic POETIC JUSTICE, as well as the relationship dynamics in his own life. Also, another “Trust and Believe” spotlights a hilarious music mockumenatry from the 90s!

Bye 2021 Dec 23, 2021

Desmond says good-bye to 2021, and previews what’s to come in season three next year!

Adventures in Magic & Musicals (The Wiz) Dec 07, 2021

The time has finally come to go see THE WIZ! Desmond digs into the magic of this beautifully done, classic movie musical, and he also gets a chance to nerd out on all things that he loves from the Oz universe, as well as major differences from the movie and the Broadway production. Also, this week’s Trust and Believe is also a foray into an incredible NYC-set 70s film!

Adventures in Blackness & the Business (Hollywood Shuffle) Nov 23, 2021

Let’s go to the 80’s to revisit the classic satire, HOLLYWOOD SHUFFLE! Desmond gets into how the White gaze pervades Hollywood and their ideas of Blackness, along with aspects of the film that he disagrees with, while still having the utmost appreciation for it. Also, Black Noir is a big theme in this episode. I wonder why that is...

Adventures in Childhood & Curses (Eve’s Bayou) Nov 09, 2021

This week, Desmond dives into the Black indie classic, EVE’S BAYOU. He talks about the perfection of the film, the importance of seeing the story through a child’s eyes, and how magic, mysticism, and curses figure into the real lives of these characters, as well as his own. Also, this week’s You Betta Act award goes to a performance that you can check out on Netflix!

Adventures in Rituals & Remakes (Candyman x2) w/ Shay Filmore Oct 19, 2021

Favorite guest of the podcast, Shay Filmore, joins us again to talk about not just one CANDYMAN, but BOTH CANDYMANS! (Don’t say his name too many times though!). We talk about how both the original and the sequel are related to each other, what we love about Nia DaCosta’s work on the 2021 version, and what more we would like to see from Black horror in the future. Also, there’s a special spoooooky season edition of “Who’s Invited”!

Adventures in Cuttin’ Up & Community Spaces (Barbershop) Sep 28, 2021

It’s time to cut up with this week’s episode on the 2002 film, BARBERSHOP! Desmond gets into the importance of the diversity of Black characters in the film, spotlights the ensemble performances from this legendary cast (including a career best from Cedric the Entertainer), as well as the importance of spaces for Black folks to gather and have a great time! Also, Desmond highlights some amazing music from queer Black musical artists released this year!

Adventures in Authenticity & Animation (Bébé’s Kids) Sep 14, 2021

We’re back! After a much needed summer break, Desmond returns to the pod with the animated comedy classic BÉBÉ’S KIDS! He gets into the ways in which this film feels like an authentically black narrative, what the film says about how Black kids are treated by society, and the ways in which genre films such as comedy and animation can convey important issues. Also, this week’s Trust and Believe goes out to a wonderful film about an epic summer in the past

Adventures in Writing & Weddings (The Best Man) Jul 13, 2021

Wedding bells are ringing this week as Desmond gets into the classic dramedy THE BEST MAN. He talks about the elements of self-sabotage present in the film through the main character Harper, as well as the difficulties of writing personal stories for public consumption and the best elements of weddings! Also, this week’s You Betta Act award finally goes to someone in a film that is in theaters NOW!

Adventures in Talent & Tradition (Miss Juneteenth) Jun 22, 2021

Happy Belated Juneteenth y’all! This week, Desmond gets into the amazing hidden gem MISS JUNETEENTH and talks about how important tradition is in the Black community, as well as the idea of parents living their dreams through their children. Also, let’s talk about In the Heights.

Adventures in Pleasure & Polyamory (She’s Gotta Have It) Jun 15, 2021

It’s our 40th episode! Desmond discusses Spike Lee’s feature debut She’s Gotta Have It, and connects the themes to issues that he’s dealing with in his own life in terms of love. He also takes time to shout out Summer 2021 and guess each main character’s Zodiac sign!

Adventures in Acceptance & Adolesence (Pariah) w/ Cai Thomas Jun 08, 2021

Happy Pride month, everyone! This week, Desmond dives into the Queer classic PARIAH with filmmaker Cai Thomas. They talk about the incredibly lived in performances, the craft of director Dee Rees and her team, as well as how they both connect to the film as young Queer Black people! And of course, no guest episode is complete without a game of Who’s Invited!!

Adventures in Confusion & Conflation (Antebellum) May 18, 2021

This week, Desmond gets critical about the 2020 slavery film, ANTEBELLUM. He talks about the confusing narrative, what he thinks the filmmaker’s intentions were, and other Black media that has portrayed these ideas correctly. Also, Desmond has the word on the street about one of Black film’s biggest Blockbusters!

Adventures in Divisions & Duplicates (Us) May 11, 2021

This week, Desmond takes a deep dive into Jordan Peel’s second film, US! He gets into the incredible performance of Lupita Nyong’o and the rest of the cast, the brilliant allegory in the film about class systems, as well as the ways in which this film also portrays Trump’s america. Also, Desmond gives his reactions on this year’s Oscar ceremony!

Adventures in Saviors & Snitches (Judas and the Black Messiah) w/ Maori Karmael Holmes May 04, 2021

This week, Desmond is joined by the founder of the BlackStar Film Festival, Maori Karmael Holmes to discuss JUDAS AND THE BLACK MESSIAH! They dig into the brilliant performances, the history behind the film, and ways in which Fred Hampton’s legacy lives on. Also, Maori is put to the test with another round of “Who’s Invited”!!

Adventures in Aging & Artistic Integrity (The Forty-Year-Old Version) Apr 27, 2021

Back to our regularly scheduled programming, Desmond gets into the lovely hidden gem THE FORTY-YEAR-OLD VERSION this week, and talks about the importance of artistic integrity as you age as a Black artist, and the magical expression of Hip-Hop. Also, there’s a new segment on the show!!

A.B.C.’s First Annual Oscar Extravaganza! Apr 20, 2021

Welcome to the Oscar Extravaganza!! In this week’s mega-sized episode, Desmond breaks down the Oscar voting process, his thoughts on this year’s major category nominations and some of this year’s history makers! Check it out and get those ballot pools ready!!

Adventures in Loving & Lighting (If Beale Street Could Talk) Apr 13, 2021

Love is never easy, but it can be extremely beautiful, as portrayed in Barry Jenkins film adaptation of James Baldwin’s IF BEALE STREET COULD TALK. This week, Desmond talks about the incredible performances in this ensemble film, as well as the gorgeous design, and the many awards that it could have been nominated for at the Oscars. Also, this week’s You Betta Act award goes to a performance in another Barry Jenkins film.

Adventures in Mobbin’ & Money (Set It Off) w/ Lynaé DePriest Apr 06, 2021

Now that we’re back from our Girls Trip, let’s rob!! This week, Desmond reunites with Jada and Queen in their first film collaboration, SET IT OFF! Desmond and his guest, comedian Lynaé DePriest get into the Nitty Gritty about what this film says about how society antagonizes Black women, and the beautiful Black female friendship in this classic film. Also, listen to Lynaé absolutely slay a fresh round of Who’s Invited!

Adventures in Fun & Friendship (Girls Trip) Mar 30, 2021

Pack your bags! This week Desmond gets into the nitty gritty of the epic comedy GIRLS TRIP!! Desmond talks about the wonderful performances from the main cast, the fun moments in the film, and the important messages that the film carries about Black female friendship. Also, this week’s You Betta Act award goes to one of the last great Black sitcoms on network television, that you may not have seen!

Adventures in Pizza, Plays, & Protests (Do the Right Thing) Mar 16, 2021

It’s our thirtieth episode!! This week, Desmond digs into one of the best films of all time, DO THE RIGHT THING. Desmond talks about Spike’s process while crafting the film, the incredible performances, the ways in which aspects of this film are similar to a play, and the reasons why this classic film will live on forever.

Adventures in Octavia & One-Liners (Ma) w/ Shay Filmore Mar 09, 2021

Our first guest is back! Film programmer Shay Filmore is back to discuss the problematic and iconic fun thriller, Ma! Desmond and Shay talk about the issues with the film, the ways it could have actually been great, and of course Octavia Spencer’s committed performance as Sue Ann. Also, of course, there’s another round of Who’s Invited!!

Adventures in Windows & the White Gaze (Malcolm & Marie) Mar 02, 2021

The White gaze is back with a vengeance in this week’s film, MALCOLM & MARIE! Desmond talks about Zendaya’s great performance in the film along with some other aspects that he did not enjoy as much, including the gaze that is ever present in the script. Also, Desmond puts you on to another Netflix film that shines bright and welcomes a new talent on to the scene!

Adventures in Icons & Imperfections (One Night in Miami…) Feb 23, 2021

This week, Desmond gets into Regina King’s directorial debut, ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI. Desmond talks about these iconic performances of iconic figures in our history, while also discussing some of the things that make them complicated in the film as well as in real life. Also, Desmond gets into the buzz about Black films from this year’s Sundance Film Festival!

Adventures in Creatives & the Critical Lens (Soul) w/ Jourdain Searles Feb 22, 2021

This week, Desmond is joined by film critic Jourdain Searles to talk about Pixar’s SOUL (a film Desmond mostly liked, and Jourdain mostly didn’t!). They talk about the history of Black representation in film animation and how SOUL fits into that conversation, what could have made the film better, and they recast the role of 22!

Adventures in Raving & Ripple Effects (House Party) Feb 22, 2021

Are y’all ready to party? This week, Desmond digs into the classic 90’s comedy HOUSE PARTY! He talks about the brilliance of the film, how much he misses house parties IRL, as well as some of the film’s more problematic aspects. Also, Desmond dishes about an amazing actor that he didn’t know was gay until very recently!!

Adventures in Valentines & Vacations (How Stella Got Her Groove Back) Feb 02, 2021

Welcome back y’all!! Season two of the show starts off with the classic romantic film, HOW STELLA GOT HER GROOVE BACK. Desmond talks about relating to Stella’s single life, her issues with letting loose, and how much he misses going on vacation! Also, this week’s Trust & Believe highlights Steve McQueen’s five film masterpiece, SMALL AXE.

Cultivating a Black Film Family w/ Elegance Bratton & Chester Algernal Jan 26, 2021

In this special bonus mini-episode, Desmond talks to filmmakers Elegance Bratton & Chester Algernal (from our "Paris is Burning" episode) about the incredible group of Queer, Black, award-winning filmmakers that they have created and nurtured over the years. Elegance and Chester discuss how they started this Black film family, and the systems in Hollywood that they want to challenge together with their work.

Adventures in Angels & Advent (The Preacher's Wife) Dec 22, 2020

Happy Holidays, y’all! In our last episode of 2020, Desmond pays respect to the seminal Christmas film THE PREACHER’S WIFE. Desmond gets into Advent, one of his favorite times of the year, the accuracy of the Black church in this film as portrayed by director Penny Marshall, and the wonderful people involved in this movie that we have lost in the past few years. Also, Desmond talks about how GAY Christmas truly is!!

Adventures in Creepin' & Commodification (Get Out) Dec 15, 2020

Just in time for the Holidays, Desmond dives deep into the ‘meet the parents horror film’, GET OUT! Though this film initially was thought of as a horror film about interracial relationships, Desmond talks about how it touches on so much more, including aspects of how Blackness is commodified in the United States. Also, this week’s TRUST & BELIEVE is a new Netflix horror film, and the YOU BETTA ACT award this week is what Desmond considers to be a classic performance.

Adventures in Jokes & Jailtime (Life) w/ Sheldon D. Brown Dec 08, 2020

In this hilarious episode, Desmond and his guest, actor/writer Sheldon D. Brown, discuss the 90’s classic comedy match-up, LIFE starring Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence. They dig into the memorable lines and moments, Bernie Mac, the Queer representation in the film, and how they feel about the unity between Black men in our current times. Also, where there’s a guest, there’s another round of WHO’S INVITED!!

Adventures in Leadership & Legacy (Malcolm X) Dec 01, 2020

It’s our twentieth episode!! This week, Desmond finally gets into the subject he’s been talking about all summer and fall, Malcolm X! He not only digs into the famous Spike Lee film from 1992 starring a flawless Denzel Washington, but also the seminal 1972 documentary MALCOLM X, also based on the 1965 autobiography; and talks about the legacy that this incredible man has left behind.

Adventures in Feasting & Family (Soul Food) Nov 24, 2020

Are you hungry? This week, Desmond dives into the 90’s classic, SOUL FOOD. He praises Vanessa Williams iconic performance, reminisces on missing his extended family and eating soul food, and also clocks some of the weak sauce gender dynamics in the film. Also, there’s another “Some Gay Shit” centered around LOVECRAFT COUNTRY!

Adventures in Community & Couture (Paris is Burning) w/ Elegance Bratton & Chester Algernal Gordon Nov 17, 2020

Yahhhs! Take a trip to the Ballroom this week as Desmond gets into the monumental documentary PARIS IS BURNING with two brilliant filmmakers and ballroom experts, Elegance Bratton and Chester Algernal Gordon! The three of them have a fun Kiki about the documentary, the ethics of white people directing black films, and also where the ballroom scene is today! And with two guests comes a DOUBLE edition of ‘Who’s Invited’!!

Adventures in Picket Lines & Production Design (Sorry to Bother You) Nov 10, 2020

Are you ready to get weird?? This week, Desmond dives into the strange 2018 indie gem, SORRY TO BOTHER YOU! Desmond breaks down the incredible production design in the film, the aspects of protest in the film, and how both of these elements connect to the concept of Black folks assimilating to whiteness. Also, this week’s You Betta Act award goes to one of the best actors of this current generation!

Adventures in Cycles & Cautionary Tales (Menace II Society) Nov 03, 2020

This week join Desmond as he gets into the 90’s classic MENACE II SOCIETY. Desmond talks about the legendary character O-Dog (played to perfection by Pod favorite Larenz Tate) as well as an ABC History Lesson about the racist systems put in place that led to the Watts uprising and the tragic events of this film. Also, Desmond dishes out another Decease and Desist, and this time, it’s for an industry publication calling one of our longest working young actors a “breakout”.

Adventures in Careers & Companionship w/Tessa Claire Hersh (Love & Basketball) Oct 27, 2020

In this special Mega-sized episode, Desmond is joined by friend and actor Tessa Claire Hersh to talk about the mega important film LOVE & BASKETBALL. Desmond and Tessa break down the amazing moments, brilliant acting, and brilliant direction in this film, as well as what it means to be a Black woman working hard in a professional space. Also, they spend some quality time at the top of the episode honoring the life of Breonna Taylor. Plus, we play another round of everyone’s favorite game, WHO’S INVITED!!

Adventures in Satire & Stereotypes (White Chicks) Oct 20, 2020

This week Desmond digs into the 2000’s comedy classic WHITE CHICKS! Desmond gets into the accuracy of the White stereotypes depicted in this Wayan's Brothers satire. He also talks about how the film can also function as a Terry Crews biopic. Also, there’s another edition of Some Gay Shit centered around LOVECRAFT COUNTRY!

Adventures in Housing & Hustling (Little Woods) Oct 13, 2020

This week, join Desmond as he gets into the Nitty Gritty of the 2019 hidden gem LITTLE WOODS starring Tessa Thompson and Lily James. He talks about the excellent work from director Nia DaCosta (who directed the upcoming CANDYMAN), as well as the commentary that she makes on the systems of housing and healthcare in the United States in the film. Also, Desmond gives you a sneak preview of Regina King’s directorial debut, ONE NIGHT IN MIAMI!

Adventures in Art & Amour (Love Jones) Oct 06, 2020

This week, Desmond digs into the 90’s classic LOVE JONES! Desmond discusses the electric chemistry between Larenz Tate and Nia Long, and his own discoveries about love during Quarantine. He also talks about the importance of art in the Black community, love, and how hard it can be to be an artist in a relationship. Also, Desmond puts you on to a Black hidden gem from the early 80’s called LOSING GROUND.

Adventures in Politicians & the Press (Head of State) Sep 29, 2020

This week, Desmond gets passionate about the misuse of power in the government and the media while getting into the nitty gritty of Chris Rock’s directorial debut, HEAD OF STATE. As Desmond dives into the underrated comedy, and discusses how the film’s wit accurately presents these flawed systems. Also, there’s another hot guy to talk about on this week’s “Some Gay Shit” segment!

Justice for Breonna Taylor Sep 29, 2020

This week, Desmond reflects on the disappointments of NOT getting justice for Breonna Taylor.

Adventures in Sicily & Spike (Jungle Fever) Sep 22, 2020

It’s our tenth episode! This week, Desmond talks all things Spike Lee, and gets into the importance of Italian-Americans and Interracial entanglements and how they relate to Spike’s 1991 film JUNGLE FEVER! Desmond also takes you on a journey through Stevie Wonder’s incredible soundtrack for the film, as well as putting you on to two lesser discussed Spike films that deserve a re-evaluation!

Adventures in Reparations & the Reaper w/ James III (Tales from the Hood) Sep 15, 2020

This week, Desmond is joined by James III (co-star of Netflix’s ASTRONOMY CLUB, co-host of BLACK MEN CAN’T JUMP IN HOLLYWOOD podcast) to talk about the 90’s cult horror classic TALES FROM THE HOOD! We talk about each of the stories in this chilling anthology film and how they relate to themes of death and reparations for Black folks in America! Also, Desmond puts James to the test in another round of our favorite game, WHO’S INVITED!

Adventures in Grandmas & Good Intentions (Down in the Delta) Sep 08, 2020

This week, Desmond digs into Maya Angelou’s feature directorial debut, "DOWN IN THE DELTA." Desmond breaks down the beautiful intentions of the film while he lovingly points out some of its stranger moments, reminisces on his grandmothers, and talks about some organizations with good intentions from his past. Also Desmond gives a “Decease and Desist” to everyone’s favorite Black film mogul, Tyler Perry.

Adventures in Learning & Lauryn Hill w/ Phillip Henry (Sister Act 2: Back in the Habit) Sep 01, 2020

In this Zoom edition of the show, Desmond is joined by everyone’s favorite Gay Twitter comedian, Phillip Henry (@MajorPhilebrity) to discuss everyone’s favorite sequel, SISTER ACT 2: BACK IN THE HABIT! Desmond and Phillip get into how the growth mindset connects to the film, the importance of having a dope Black teacher, and the legendary work of Ms. Lauryn Hill! Also, with another special guest comes another round of the game WHO’S INVITED!

Farewell Chadwick Boseman (A Moment Of Reflection) Aug 31, 2020

After the very untimely and unexpected death of actor Chadwick Boseman, Desmond reflects on the life and legacy Boseman leaves behind. A very somber farewell to a true king in cinema, ABC honors and salutes Chadwick Boseman.

Adventures in Culture & Color Schemes (Rafiki) Aug 25, 2020

This week, Desmond gets into the first Queer film AND the first African film on the show, RAFIKI! The journey through this award winning hidden gem includes Desmond’s thoughts on how Kenyan culture is similar to certain aspects of Black culture in the U.S., as well as the brilliant and vibrant color scheme employed by the director, Wanuri Kahiu. Also, Desmond puts you on to two other hidden gems that also focus on Queer Black women in this week’s ‘Trust and Believe’ and ‘You Betta Act’ segments!

Adventures In Summer & Smoke (Friday) Aug 18, 2020

This week, Desmond breaks down one of the best comedies of the ‘90’s, FRIDAY! This film causes Desmond to go down memory lane and reminisce about his lit ass summers in the 90’s, as well as the days when he started sparking up himself! Also, have you heard about the upcoming film CRACKA? Desmond gives you all the info you need to know about this film that has been spreading around the social media rumor mill!

Adventures in Columbus & Columbia (Higher Learning) Aug 11, 2020

This week, Desmond dives head first into the late great John Singleton’s HIGHER LEARNING. Listen as Desmond relates the events and character journey’s in this evergreen film to his experiences with a racist principal in his high school, which led to a school-wide walkout and protest! Plus, Desmond puts you on the fabulous and fantastic HBO MAX ballroom competition show, LEGENDARY!

Adventures in Power & Punk Rock with Shay Filmore (Fast Color) Aug 04, 2020

This week, we welcome our first guest, fellow NYC Black Film Programmer Shay Filmore! We break down a hidden gem from 2019 called 'FAST COLOR' starring Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Loraine Toussaint! This film is about a lineage of Black women with superpowers! How did this beautiful movie not get a better marketing campaign?? Also, Desmond puts Shay to the test with our first round of a game we like to call, “Who’s Invited?”

Adventures In Soundtracks & Sistahood (Waiting To Exhale) Jul 28, 2020

In this episode Desmond digs into the 1995 box office hit, WAITING TO EXHALE! And of course, no discussion about this film is complete without a journey through it’s epic, ride-or-die soundtrack produced by Babyface! Though this film is a classic, might it have been better if it were directed by a woman? Also, Desmond puts you on to the first feature film ever written and directed by a Black lesbian!!

Adventures In Dealing & Dipset (Paid In Full) Jul 19, 2020

In this episode of ABC, Desmond takes us on a journey through the classic 2002 film "Paid In Full" starring Wood Harris, Mekhi Phifer, and Cam'Ron. New discoveries and fun facts await as he breaks down drug culture, the breakthrough performance by Cam'Ron at the height of the Dipset era, and more! "The BBSs?!"

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