Black Deth 101 Podcast: Black Film, Blaxploitation, Exploitation Movies, 1970s Film History, Soul

Black Deth 101 — Come Back Charleston Blue Episode Notes This week on Black Deth 101 , Nubius Black and Johnny Deth head back to Harlem with Come Back Charleston Blue , the 1972 sequel to Cotton Comes to Harlem . Godfrey Cambridge returns as Gravedigger Jones , Raymond St. Jacques is back as Coffin Ed Johnson , and this time the boys are chasing a mystery wrapped in Harlem legend, gangland trouble...

Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold — Cleo Goes Kung Fu This week on Black Deth 101 , Nubius Black and Johnny Deth follow Tamara Dobson’s iconic super-agent overseas for the 1975 sequel Cleopatra Jones and the Casino of Gold . This time, Cleo leaves the streets behind and heads to Hong Kong and Macao, where missing agents, martial arts mayhem, casino corruption, and Stella Stevens’ outrageous D...

Scream Blacula Scream — Blacula Gets His Voodoo Groove Back This week on Black Deth 101 , we return to the coffin for Scream Blacula Scream — the 1973 sequel to Blacula , directed by Bob Kelljan and starring the great William Marshall as Prince Mamuwalde, with Pam Grier stepping into the supernatural spotlight as Lisa Fortier. The film was released by American International Pictures and runs about...

Black Deth 101 — Shaft’s Big Score! Nubius Black & Johnny Deth are back in the cut, and this time the streets are louder, the money is dirtier, and Shaft is moving through New York like a one-man storm. In this episode, we dig into Shaft’s Big Score! — the 1972 sequel that brought Richard Roundtree back as the smoothest private eye in the game, with Gordon Parks once again behind the camera. T...

Hell Up in Harlem — The Sequel to Black Caesar Slide on in… you’re back with Black Deth 101 , where the streets talk, the funk walks, and the cinema hits like a back-alley deal gone wrong. This week, Nubius & Johnny break down Hell Up in Harlem , the hard-hitting sequel to Black Caesar , starring the one and only Fred Williamson as Tommy Gibbs—a man clawing his way back from death’s doorstep....

Black Deth 101 episode: The Candy Tangerine Man (1975) Slide on in, cool cats… this week Nubius and Johnny cruise through the neon-soaked, streetwise hustle of The Candy Tangerine Man — a slick slice of mid-70s L.A. life where the daytime grind meets the nighttime game. By day, he’s a straight-laced businessman. By night… he’s Candy. 🍊 This ain’t your typical blaxploitation pimp flick—it’s a char...

🎤 Episode Description (Black Deth 101 – Get Out) Slide on in, baby… but don’t get too comfortable. This week on Black Deth 101 , Johnny Deth and Nubius peel back the polite smiles and eerie silences of Get Out—the film that flipped horror on its head and made the whole world look twice at a friendly handshake. We take you back to a different kind of nightmare… where the danger ain’t loud—it’s qui...

🎙️ Black Deth 101 – Legend of Black Charley (1972) Slide on in, cool cats… this episode we ride into the dusty, dangerous frontier with Fred Williamson as Black Charley — a man born into chains who breaks free and writes his own legend in blood, grit, and fire. From the ashes of slavery to the edge of outlaw justice, Legend of Black Charley flips the Western on its head and loads it with raw 1970s...

In this episode of Black Deth 101 , Nubius Black and Johnny Deth dis into Lady Sings the Blues (1972), the landmark film that brought Billie Holiday’s life to the screen and launched Diana Ross as a movie star. We had trouble with this one, neither of us liked it as much as we remembered. Released at a time when Hollywood was learning how to tell Black stories to mainstream audiences, Lady Sings t...

Slie on in... In this episode of the Black Death 101 podcast, hosts Nubius Black and Johnny Deth delve into the themes of the film 'Sinners,' exploring its commentary on race relations, spirituality, and the struggles of the African American community during the Jim Crow era. They discuss the dichotomy of good and evil, the role of music as a form of survival, and the cultural implications...

Summary In this episode of theBlaxploitation, Black Deth 101 podcast, hosts Nubius Black and Johnny Deth delve into the world of black exploitation films, focusing on the film 'Welcome Home, Brother Charles.' They explore the social context of the 1970s, character development, themes of revenge, and the unique filmmaking techniques used in the movie. The discussion also touches on cultural...

In this episode of Black Death 101, hosts Rodney Nubius Black and Johnny Deth delve into the world of Blaxploitation cinema, focusing on the film 'Across 110th Street.' They explore the socio-political context of Harlem in the 1970s, character dynamics, and the film's cinematography. The discussion also touches on the cultural impact of the film, its reception by critics, and the legac...

🎥 BLACK DETH 101 — FRIDAY FOSTER (1975) “The Camera Clicks… Then the Bullets Fly.” She wasn’t hired to stop a conspiracy. She was hired to take pictures. But when Friday Foster walks into the wrong shot, she walks straight into the deadliest political plot Black America has ever seen. In this episode of Black Deth 101 , Johnny Deth and Nubius Black dive into one of Pam Grier’s slickest, smartest,...

Summary: In this episode of Black Death 101, hosts Rodney Nubius Black and Johnny Deth delve into the Blaxploitation classic Superfly. They explore its cultural significance, character dynamics, and the impact of Curtis Mayfield's iconic soundtrack. The conversation critiques the film's portrayal of the drug trade, the role of women, and the editing choices that shape the viewer's experience. Ulti...

Three brothers. One conspiracy. Zero mercy. THREE THE HARD WAY Welcome to the most militant, funk-loaded episode of Black Deth 101 yet. This time, Nubius Black and Johnny Deth drop the needle on Three The Hard Way — the 1974 blaxploitation nuclear strike starring Jim Brown, Fred Williamson, and Jim Kelly as three unstoppable brothers who uncover a government-backed plot to poison the Black communi...

Black Deth 101 – Funky Holiday Message Slide on in, cool cats and foxy ladies… This special bonus drop is our holiday thank-you to the whole Blaxploitation Black Deth 101 family. No lectures. No history lesson. Just pure soul, rhythm, and gratitude. Inside this short but funky bonus episode, Johnny Deth and Nubius Black send love, light, and good vibrations to every listener who’s been riding with...

Summary In this episode of the Black Deaf 101 podcast, hosts Nubius Black and Johnny Deth delve into the Blaxploitation film 'Slaughter,' starring Jim Brown. They explore the film's context within the socio-political climate of the 1970s, its themes of racism and violence, and the performances of the cast, particularly Jim Brown and Rip Torn. The discussion highlights the film's cu...

Nubius and Johnny get to unpacking "Putney Swope": A Cinematic Masterpiece of Satire and Cultural Reflection In the neon-buzzin’, nerve-janglin’ carnival we call American cinema, there ain’t many flicks that bottle the vibe of their moment like Robert Downey Sr.’s Putney Swope . Dropped smack into the turbulence of 1969, this joint ain’t just a movie—it’s a Molotov cocktail lobbed straight into th...

Summary In this episode of the Black Death 101 podcast, hosts Nubius Black and Johnny Deth delve into the blaxploitation classic 'Cotton Comes to Harlem.' They explore its cultural significance, character dynamics, and the impact it had on Hollywood's portrayal of black narratives. The conversation highlights the film's humor, authenticity, and the legacy it left behind, emphasizing the importance...

Takeaways 'Abby' is a unique blend of horror and cultural commentary. The film challenges traditional narratives of possession and empowerment. Eshu represents liberation rather than evil in 'Abby.' The 1970s cultural context influenced the film's reception. 'Abby' critiques the repression of black women in society. The film's legacy is overshadowed by its controver...

In this episode of the Black Death 101 podcast, hosts Nubius Black and Johnny Deth delve into the 1976 film 'Dr. Black and Mr. Hyde.' They explore the themes of identity, transformation, and the societal implications of race and ambition. The conversation highlights the film's unique take on the classic Jekyll and Hyde story, emphasizing the struggles of Dr. Henry Pryde, a black doctor trying to n...

In this episode of Black Death 101, hosts Nubius Black and Johnny Deth delve into the 1976 film JD's Revenge, exploring its unique blend of horror, blaxploitation, and supernatural themes. They discuss the film's plot, characters, and the cultural significance it holds within the context of 1970s cinema. The conversation highlights the themes of identity, possession, and generational trauma, as we...

In this episode of Black Death 101, hosts Nubius Black and Johnny Deth delve into the 1974 Blaxploitation film 'Sugar Hill.' They explore its themes of revenge, voodoo, and the cultural significance of Black cinema during a tumultuous time in American history. The conversation covers character analyses, cinematic techniques, and the impact of the film's portrayal of race and gender. The hosts also...

Black Caesar Godfather of Harlem In this episode of Black Death 101, hosts Nubius Black and Johnny Deth delve into the world of Blaxploitation films, focusing on the iconic 'Black Caesar.' They explore the film's themes, character dynamics, and its cultural significance in the 1970s. The discussion highlights the complexities of the protagonist, Tommy Gibbs, and the impact of supporting characters...

Dolemite: Filthy Mouth, Fly Kicks & a Hustler’s Redemption Podcast: Black Deth 101 Hosts: Nubious Black &Johnny Deth He’s bad… he's bold… and he talks in rhymes with a stick in his hand and vengeance in his heart. Rudy Ray Moore is Dolemite in this explosive episode of Black Deth 101. Nubious Black and Johnny Deth dive deep into Rudy Ray Moore’s 1975 cult classic DOLEMITE—the foul-mouthed,...