Stomp the Yard

[laylo]

Originally Posted by PinkPop

I never understood why many people feel black movies are supposed to be some kind of education tool.

Maybe because the media does educate people whether we like it or not. It educates people to see us as entertainers, whores, and thugs, and to see Whites as diverse people with diverse interests, professions, and positions in life. Some Black people would like to see our own diversity also reflected.

As for movies which support stereotypes making more money...they are made for mostly White audiences. Of course when White people want to see us dance, they are going to pay to see it. Movies that portray Black history (i.e. Beloved), Blacks who are educated, etc. are made for much smaller mostly Black audiences.

[PinkPop]

Originally Posted by laylo

As for movies which support stereotypes making more money...they are made for mostly White audiences. Of course when White people want to see us dance, they are going to pay to see it. Movies that portray Black history (i.e. Beloved), Blacks who are educated, etc. are made for much smaller mostly Black audiences.

Who told you this?

[laylo]

Originally Posted by PinkPop

Who told you this?

I grew up around the behind-the-scenes of the film industry and have always been close with actors, producers, and directors. When a film like Akeelah and the Bee is made, they know very well that they aren't going to get too many Whites going to see it.