Black and Blue
Black and Blue is a feature film. directed by Rashid Johnson. At just 8 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Rashid Johnson
Synopsis
On the surface, Black and Blue appears to be a “day in life” of a protagonist, played by Johnson. It begins with him waking up in bed and getting ready in the bathroom. Filmed in his home and featuring his family, Black and Blue takes its title from the Fats Waller jazz standard (popularized by Louis Armstrong), which can be heard in the video (played on the piano by Johnson’s son). The film is also connected to Johnson’s work and artistic practice, showing interspersed clips of his own as well as artworks by other Black artists (like Deana Lawson), books ( like Roy deCarava), and traditional African masks in his home.
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Black and Blue about?
On the surface, Black and Blue appears to be a “day in life” of a protagonist, played by Johnson. It begins with him waking up in bed and getting ready in the bathroom. Filmed in his home and ...
Who directed Black and Blue?
Black and Blue was directed by Rashid Johnson.
How long is Black and Blue?
Black and Blue has a runtime of 0 hours and 8 minutes (8 minutes total).
Who are the main actors in Black and Blue?
The main cast of Black and Blue includes Rashid Johnson.