In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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This week on The Marvelists Eddie Wilson sits down with Sean Fernando, a key organizer of ConnectiCon, to dive into all things Marvel and geek culture as they gear up for the upcoming ConnectiCon XXII in Hartford, Connecticut! Taking place from July 17-20, 2025, at the Connecticut Convention Center, this multi-genre pop culture convention is a must-attend for Marvel fans and beyond. Eddie and Sean discuss what attendees can expect, from star-studded guest appearances to immersive panels, cosplay showdowns like the Masquerade and Cosplay Chess, and a vibrant Artist Alley. Want to join the fun? Sean shares how to snag tickets through the official ConnectiCon website at https://connecticon.org, with early bird passes available now! Tune in for an action-packed conversation about why ConnectiCon is Connecticut’s ultimate pop culture celebration and get ready for an unforgettable weekend! Follow The Marvelists on X and Instagram @TheMarvelists and support the show at http://www.patreon.com/themarvelists.
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This week on The Marvelists Eddie Wilson sits down with Sean Fernando, a key organizer of ConnectiCon, to dive into all things Marvel and geek culture as they gear up for the upcoming ConnectiCon XXII in Hartford, Connecticut! Taking place from July 17-20, 2025, at the Connecticut Convention Center, this multi-genre pop culture convention is a must-attend for Marvel fans and beyond. Eddie and Sean discuss what attendees can expect, from star-studded guest appearances to immersive panels, cosplay showdowns like the Masquerade and Cosplay Chess, and a vibrant Artist Alley. Want to join the fun? Sean shares how to snag tickets through the official ConnectiCon website at https://connecticon.org, with early bird passes available now! Tune in for an action-packed conversation about why ConnectiCon is Connecticut’s ultimate pop culture celebration and get ready for an unforgettable weekend! Follow The Marvelists on X and Instagram @TheMarvelists and support the show at http://www.patreon.com/themarvelists.
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