Black Ink Cinema Podcast

BOXING DAY | AML AMEEN x BLK INK CINEMA SPECIAL

Fri, 03 Dec 2021 01:58:53 GMT

BOXING DAY: ‘Bruv, dem tings don’t work no more!’

Boxing Day follows Melvin (Ameen), a British author living in America, who returns home to London for Christmas to introduce his American fiancée, Lisa (King), to his eccentric British-Caribbean family. Their relationship is put to the test as she discovers the world her fiancée has left behind.

I had a great discussion with the man of the hour, Mr Aml Ameen, from his favourite Christmas movies, the creative process and what inspired him to make the first Black British Christmas Movie.

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@AmlAmeenBaby

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S3 EP11. CANDYMAN | BOBBY KASANGA

Wed, 29 Sep 2021 21:58:10 GMT

Loved my chat with the inspiring Bobby Kasanga, after turning his life around father, community leader, author and founder of Hackney Wick FC has inspired others to follow suit. He chose the fresh Candyman which highlights themes of gentrification, police brutality and social inequality.

https://theathletic.com/2677341/2021/06/28/how-hackney-wick-fcs-bobby-kasanga-went-from-a-life-of-crime-to-community-leader/

Jordan Peele teams up with Nia Dacosta to deliver us A "spiritual sequel" to the horror film Candyman (1992) that returns to the now-gentrified Chicago neighbourhood where the legend began.

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S3 EP10. MOONLIGHT | JOE JACOBS

Mon, 23 Aug 2021 14:29:07 GMT

Had a great time speaking with the funny Joe Jacobs, rapper and stand up comedian. He celebrated black cinema by picking Oscar winning Best Picture ‘Moonlight’. He spoke about why this film is important for everyone to see, the way it was brilliantly made and the outstanding performances. While touching upon Joe's favourite rappers and comedians.

Moonlight' A young boy with his identity and sexuality while experiencing the everyday struggles of childhood, adolescence, and burgeoning adulthood.

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@jesterjacobs

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@rachael_rnr

Producer: @a.j.horton

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S3 EP9. NEW JACK CITY | ANTOINE ALLEN

Tue, 10 Aug 2021 23:00:51 GMT

It was a pleasure speaking with news reporter Antoine Allen, who joined us to celebrate black cinema. He chose 1991 cult classic ‘New Jack City’. We explored the different themes in the movie from drugs, exploitation and power. While touching upon Antoine's very impressive career.

New Jack city, A crime lord ascends to power and becomes megalomaniacal while a maverick police detective vows to stop him.

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@antoinespeaker

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Producer: @a.j.horton

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S3 EP8. PHAT GIRLZ | VERONA ROSE

Tue, 03 Aug 2021 23:00:49 GMT

Gorgeous 'Secret Crush ITV' presenter Verona Rose, joined us to celebrate black cinema she chose 2006 ‘Phat Girlz’. We explored themes of the film, allowing black women to show their vulnerability and getting comfortable in our own skin.

PHAT GIRLZ, an edgy comedy about two frustrated plus-sized women struggling to find love and acceptance in a world full of "hot-bodied" babes.

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@theveronarose

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@rachael_rnr

Producer: @a.j.horton

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S3 EP7. BROWN SUGAR | BABATUNDE

Tue, 27 Jul 2021 23:00:24 GMT

BROWN SUGAR, friends since childhood, a magazine editor and a hip-hop record executive, do they dare stumble into romantic territory.

Actor and comedian Babatunde, chose to celebrate black cinema with 2002 ‘Brown Sugar’. Unwillingly confessing his love for RomCom, unreasonable jealousy and his controversial top 5 favourite rappers.

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@babatundecomdian

@blackinkcinema

@rachael_rnr

Producer: @a.j.horton

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S3 EP6. EQUALIZER | KYRAH GRAY

Tue, 20 Jul 2021 23:01:07 GMT

EQUALIZER, A retired operative is forced out of retirement to take up the fight against injustice once again.

This week I had the pleasure of chatting to the lovely Kyrah about her film choice ‘Equalizer’. Everything she loves about Denzel, people who blame their zodiac sign for being a crappy person and her newfound love for ‘Grey's Anatomy’.

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@itskyrahgray

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@rachael_rnr

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S3 EP5. TRADING PLACES | DEANO MAC

Tue, 13 Jul 2021 23:00:29 GMT

TRADING PLACES, A snobbish investor and a wily street con artist swap lives as part of a bet by two callous millionaires.

I really enjoyed my chat with the lovely Dean, charming, insightful and easy to speak about a film we both love while visiting Eddie Murphy’s filmology. The infamous gorilla scene and tackling stereotypes.

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@deanomac93

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Producer: @a.j.horton

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S3 EP4.FAISAL GOES WEST | OLA LABIB

Tue, 06 Jul 2021 23:00:13 GMT

S3 EP4.FAISAL GOES WEST | OLA LABIB

FAISAL, newly arrived from Sudan, tries to find his way in America.

Had an insightful chat with the brilliant Ola Labib about her unique film choice ‘Faisal Goes West’, Her shocking revelation of Denzel Washington and stalking her now husband.

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@TheOlaLabib

@blackinkcinema

@rachael_rnr

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S3 EP3. LIFE | KAE KURD

Tue, 29 Jun 2021 23:00:33 GMT

LIFE: ‘Half the men in this prison swear they're innocent, Claude. Don't you think that's kind of funny?’

In 1932, two strangers are wrongfully convicted and develop a strong friendship in prison that lasts them through the 20th century

Had a great conversation with the straight talking Kae Kurd, dissecting ‘Life’ one of our favourites, gushing over Eddie Murphy and Martin Lawrence's performance. Veering of into prison reform, diversity on tv during the 90’s vs now and other cherished buddy comedies.

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@kaekurd

@blackinkcinema

@rachael_rnr

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S3 EP2. GIRLS TRIP | LOLA JAGUN

Tue, 22 Jun 2021 23:00:15 GMT

GIRLS TRIP: ‘I am strong. I am powerful. I am beautiful’

When four lifelong friends travel to New Orleans for the annual Essence Festival, sisterhoods are rekindled, wild sides are rediscovered, and there's enough dancing, drinking, brawling and romancing to make the Big Easy blush.

Had a laugh with the lovely Lola discussing one of our faves ‘Girls Trip’. Exploring the lack of support for women in comedy, her time at Essence fest and Tiffany Haddish grapefruit technique. 😝

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@lolajagun

@blackinkcinema

@rachael_rnr

Producer: @a.j.horton

S3 EP1. THE LAST KING OF SCOTLAND | EDDIE KADI

Tue, 15 Jun 2021 23:00:14 GMT

THE LAST KING OF SCOTLAND: ‘I am the father of this nation’

Scottish doctor Nicholas travels to Uganda and realises that he got much more than he bargained for.

I caught up with Bamous legend Eddie Kadi. We had a great chat about his film choice and how important films like this are. We also delved into his love for Africa, travelling the continent and passing the baton onto Gen Z.

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@comeddiekadi

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11. THE WOOD: KG Tha Comedian

Fri, 19 Feb 2021 02:34:39 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST S2 | KG Tha Comedian x Rachael_RnR

THE WOOD : “We should play this game for life, Mackin’ Hangin’ ”

The extremely funny and talented KG Tha Comedian picks his favourite black cinema movie ‘THE WOOD’ and the parallels with his own life. The awkwardness of being a teenager and hormones manifesting at the worst times. Picking a fight with Lennox Lewis and his evolving career.

Guest: @kgthacomedian - KG The Comedian

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

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YouTube: @rachael rnr

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10. RAY: Christopher Savage

Thu, 11 Feb 2021 23:13:49 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST S2 | Christopher Savage x Rachael_RnR

RAY : “Hit the road, Jack

And don't you come back

No more, no more, no more, no more”

Charmer comedian Chris Savage discusses his favourite black cinema movie ‘RAY’ and the versatility of @JamieFoxx.

Why he prefers villains over heroes. Sharpening his acting craft and his dream biopic role would be to play @Giggs and @Prodigy

Guest: @christophersavage_ - Christopher Savage

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

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YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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9. TOP FIVE : Andrew Mensah

Thu, 04 Feb 2021 20:23:00 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST S2 | Andrew Mensah x Rachael_RnR

TOP FIVE : ‘I am telling you, everything means something’

Had so much fun with my friend comedian Andrew Mensah discussing hIs black cinema film choice ‘TOP FIVE’ Starring Chris Rock and Rosario Dawson. The infamous tampon scene, Andrew’s top 5 rappers and comedians. As this film tackles alcohol addiction, I was grateful Andrew was able to open up about losing his close friend to alcohol abuse. Andrew also dedicated this episode to his friend Michael Vukovic.

Guest: @andrewmensah_ - Andrew Mensah

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

Sponsored by @jimandtonicdistillery

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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8. GET OUT: Matthew Hutchinson

Thu, 28 Jan 2021 21:54:39 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST S2 | Matthew Hutchinson x Rachael_RnR

GET OUT: ‘A mind is a terrible thing to waste’

Doctor - Comedian - Dj Matt joins us on this week's podcast to discuss a modern cult classic ‘GET OUT’. How Get Out hits home for him, both being disappointed in Kanye and I might need your help creating the racism spreadsheet.

Guest: @hutch_up @Matthut87 - Matthew Hutchinson

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

Sponsored by @jimandtonicdistillery

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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7. TRAINING DAY: Junior Booker

Mon, 25 Jan 2021 12:15:44 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST S2 | Junior Booker x Rachael_RnR

TRAINING DAY:‘King Kong ain't got shit on me! You gotta be a wolf to catch a wolf’

Witty comedian Junior Booker picks ‘Training Day’ a modern day classic, we discuss everything we love about the film and his admiration for Denzel Washington. Getting high on the job and winning accolades on merit not for tokenism.

Guest: @juniorbooker - Junior Booker

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

Sponsored by @jimandtonicdistillery

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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6. SET IT OFF: Destiny Ekaragha

Fri, 15 Jan 2021 01:22:58 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST S2 | Destiny Ekaragha x Rachael_RnR

SET IT OFF: ‘Four best friends fall on hard times, they take matters into their own hands. Robbing banks and attempting their biggest heist yet.

I am joined by the queen herself, Ms Destiny Ekaragha director, writer and producer. Exploring everything we love about Set It Off, the importance of sisterhood and representation.

Guest: @d_ekaragha17 - Destiny Ekaragha

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

Sponsored by @jimandtonicdistillery

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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5. THE BROTHER FROM ANOTHER PLANET: Toussaint Douglass

Fri, 08 Jan 2021 01:04:36 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST S2 | Toussaint Douglass x Rachael_RnR

THE BROTHER FROM ANOTHER PLANET: "The Brother" (Joe Morton) is a mute alien on the run from two agents from his home planet. He tries to adapt to life in Harlem, by making friends and using his great abilities.

This week I was joined by Jaheim Wicks himself, comedian Toussaint Douglass, who brought to my attention the cult classic ‘The Brother From Another Planet’. You can also catch him on BBC Three’s Bamous airing 12/01/21.

Guest: @toussaint_gram - Toussaint Douglass

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

Sponsored by @jimandtonicdistillery

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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4. SOUL MEN: Aurie Styla

Sun, 03 Jan 2021 19:25:54 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST S2 | Aurie Styla x Rachael_RnR

SOUL MEN: Floyd and Louis are the backup duo for the legendary musician Marcus Hooks. Upon his death, the two are invited for a memorial tribute at the Apollo Theatre. The only problem is, they hate each other.

I had the pleasure of discussing ‘Soul Men’ with the legendary garage skanker him self Aurie Styla. While exploring Soul Men, the talents of Samuel L Jackson and and the late great Bernie Mac, we delved into complicated relationships and meeting Affion Crockett who he admires only to come full circle and become good friends. Plus I am waiting for Auries verdict on ‘Girls Trip’.

Guest: @auriestyla - Aurie Styla

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

Sponsored by @jimandtonicdistillery

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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3. SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER VERSE: Amon Warmann

Fri, 18 Dec 2020 02:14:28 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST S2 | Amon Warmann x Rachael_RnR

SPIDER-MAN: INTO THE SPIDER VERSE: ‘That person who helps others simply because it should or must be done, and because it is the right thing to do, is indeed without a doubt, a real superhero.’ Stan Lee

Miles Morales gains superpowers from a spider bite and it's soon up to him to protect the city as Spider-Man. He then meets alternate versions of himself and gets embroiled in an epic battle to save the multiverse.

I had an in-depth nerdy chat with the intelligent and eloquent Amon ‘Empire Magazine’ contributing editor about one our faves Spider Verse. The importance of living your authentic self. Our love for Chadwick Boseman and his amazing legacy.

Guest: @awarmann - Amon Warmann

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

2. WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT: Thanyia Moore

Thu, 10 Dec 2020 22:31:42 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST S2 | Thanyia Moore x Rachael_RnR

WHAT’S LOVE GOT TO DO WITH IT: ‘The lotus flower is a flower that grows in the mud’

The story of singer Tina Turner's rise to stardom and how she gained the courage to break free from her abusive husband, Ike Turner.

I loved our chat with the stunning hilarious straight talking Thanyia. We spoke in length about our love and admiration for the queen Tina, forgiving Laurence Fishburne and non connecting beards.

Guest: @thanyiamoore - Thanyia Moore

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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Twitter: @ink_cinema

1. COLLATERAL: Travis Jay

Fri, 04 Dec 2020 00:01:57 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST S2 | Travis Jay x Rachael_RnR

C O L L A T E R A L ‘A guy gets on the MTA here L.A. and dies. Think anybody'll notice?’

A cab driver finds himself the hostage of an engaging contract killer as he makes his rounds from hit to hit during one night in Los Angeles. Starring Jamie Foxx and Tom Cruise.

Multi talented comedy royalty Travis Jay joins me on Black Ink Cinema Podcast to discuss one of his favourite black cinema films ‘Collateral’. It was a pleasure to unpack all the reasons why he loves Collateral and his admiration for Jamie Foxx and his dream role to star as a psychopath.

Guest: @travisjayent - Travis Jay

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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Twitter: @ink_cinema

11. FOR COLORED GIRLS: Slim

Thu, 15 Oct 2020 23:01:52 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST | SLIM x Rachael_RnR

F O R C O L O R E D G I R L S ‘Where there is a woman there is magic’

Adapted from Ntozake Shange's 1975 original choreopoem ‘for colored girls who have considered suicide’ written, a Tyler Perry film features an ensemble cast which includes Janet Jackson, Whoopi Goldberg, Phylicia Rashad, Thandie Newton, Loretta Devine, Anika Noni Rose, Tessa Thompson, Kimberly Elise, Kerry Washington, and Macy Gray.

Living legend Slim the comedian join me on the Black Ink Cinema Podcast season finale to discuss one of his favourite black cinema films ‘For Colored Girls’. He earnestly speaks about The Kyan Prince foundation and why it is close to his heart, the elusive Black British Comedy circuit and breaking into the mainstream. Catch Slim featured on last weeks Sky One’s - The Russel Howard Hour and this week on C4 - Mo Gilligan: Black British and Funny (15th Oct).

Guest: @slimcomedian - Slim

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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Twitter: @ink_cinema

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10. SISTER ACT 2 : Ria Lina

Fri, 09 Oct 2020 01:36:37 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST | RIA LINA x Rachael_RnR

S I S T E R A C T 2 ‘If you wanna be somebody, if you wanna go somewhere, you better wake up and pay attention’

Musical comedy film loosely based on the life of Crenshaw High School choir instructor Iris Stevenson, and starring Whoopi Goldberg.

Comedian actress Ria Lina join us on the Black Ink Podcast to talk all things Whoopi from Sister Act 2, Made In America to Corina Corina.

Guest: @rialina_ - Ria Lina

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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Twitter: @ink_cinema

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9. BABYLON: Kane Brown

Thu, 01 Oct 2020 23:25:43 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST | KANE BROWN x Rachael_RnR

B A B Y L O N ‘You got too much of this’

The movie centres around Blue, the film captures the trials and tribulations of Blue and his friends living in London in the early eighties.

I was joined by the genuine and hilarious Comedian Kane Brown, he brought such infectious positive energy I didn't want our podcast to end. He joined Black Ink Cinema to discuss his black cinema choice ‘Babylon’. Selecting a film which is close to him, we quickly veered off and highlighted the nuances between London in the 80’s and London today, all things Black cinema to Black Lives Matter.

Guest: @kane_brown_comedy - Kane Brown

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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8. DOLEMITE IS MY NAME: Nick Helm

Fri, 25 Sep 2020 03:09:26 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST | NICK HELM x Rachael_RnR

D O L E M I T E I S M Y N A M E , ‘I'm going to bet on myself. Ain't nobody going to put me on the screen except for me, and everybody I talk to say they want to see a "Dolemite" movie’.

Eddie Murphy comes to life in Dolemite Is My Name, a biographical comedy-drama film about Rudy Ray Moore directed by Craig Brewer.

Wonderful Actor/Comedian Nick Helm joins Black Ink Cinema to discuss his black cinema choice ‘Dolemite Is My Name’. Like Dolemite Nick is a man with many talents he also writes and makes music, which comes handy for a creative during lockdown and you can catch him in ‘Uncle’ on Netflix.

Guest: @thenickhelm - Nick Helm

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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Twitter: @ink_cinema

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7. COMING TO AMERICA: Dane Baptiste

Thu, 17 Sep 2020 23:10:06 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST | DANE BAPTISTE x Rachael_RnR

C O M I N G T O A M E R I C A, ‘No journey is too great when one finds what he seeks.

An African Prince travels to New York, and goes undercover as an ordinary man to find true love.

Multitalented stand-up comedian Dane Baptiste joins Black Ink Cinema to discuss the iconic ‘Coming To America’. Dane also a writer and presenter was the first black British act to be nominated for the "Best Newcomer" award at 2014's Edinburgh Comedy Awards and gave us the comedy series ‘Sunny D’ which premiered on BBC Three 2016.

Guest: @danesnaptiste -Dane Baptiste

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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Twitter: @ink_cinema

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6. DEEP COVER: Chris Hewitt

Fri, 11 Sep 2020 01:31:13 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST | CHRIS HEWITT x Rachael_RnR

D E E P C O V E R, ‘They taught me what I needed to know: that they don't respect me, that I don't deserve respect.

A uniformed cop is recruited by a drug enforcement agent to infiltrate a drug smuggling ring looking to expand its operation.

Seasoned writer and podcast host for Empire magazine Chris Hewitt, discusses with me his Black Cinema film of choice ‘Deep Cover’ the brilliant direction from Bill Duke and Laurence Fishburne stepping into his own with this leading role.

Guest: @ctah1976 - Chris Hewitt

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: @weareaudioculture - Audio Culture

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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5. INSIDE MAN: Simon London

Thu, 03 Sep 2020 23:00:08 GMT

BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST | SIMON LONDON x Rachael_RnR

I N S I D E M A N, ‘Fact is, all lies, all evil deeds, they stink. You can cover them up for a while, but they don't go away’

A criminal enters a bank to pull of a clever heist with a twist, confusing both detective and fixer who have been sent in to negotiation the hostage situation and robbers demands.

Charismatic presenter and TV Exec and producer Simon London, can be heard on BBC Radio With nearly 25 years of experience in front and behind the camera, Simon has a great insight to TV and Film and we discuss his film of choice ‘Inside Man’ the importance of such a film for Spike Lee and why diversity is key for representation.

Guest: @slondonuk - Simon London

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Audio Mix: Audio Culture

YouTube: @rachael rnr

Facebook: @Blackinkcinema

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4. GLORY: Ian Bonhôte

Fri, 28 Aug 2020 01:58:56 GMT

G L O R Y | BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST | IAN BONHÔTE x Rachael_RnR

G L O R Y, ‘Give 'em Hell, 54!’

Robert Gould Shaw leads the U.S. Civil War's first all-black volunteer company, fighting prejudices from both his own Union Army, and the Confederates. Landing Denzel Washington his first Oscar.

Visionary director Ian Bonhôte of ‘Rising Phoenix’ debuting on Netflix earlier this week, 26th August and Bafta nominated ‘McQueen’, deconstructs in detail why he loves ‘Glory’. The well crafted layers of black characters in ‘Glory’ and how black culture has influenced him.

Guest: @Ianbonhote - Ian Bonhôte

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

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3. BEASTS OF NO NATION: Tobi King-Bakare

Fri, 21 Aug 2020 01:53:21 GMT

B E A S T S O F N O N A T I O N | BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST | TOBI KING-BAKARE x Rachael_RnR

B E A S T S O F N O N A T I O N, ‘I saw terrible things... and I did terrible things’

As civil war rages in Africa, a fierce warlord (Idris Elba) trains a young orphan (Abraham Attah) to join his group of guerrilla soldiers.

An emotional recount of Beasts Of No Nation with talented rising actor Tobi King-Bakare, we discuss his favourite black lead film, the parallels of the story and the debate of JuJu.

Editor/Presenter: @rachael_rnr

Producer: @A.J.Horton - Adam Horton

Guest: @TobiKingBakare - Tobi King-Bakare

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2. DEAD PRESIDENTS: Iman Amrani

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 23:00:17 GMT

D E A D P R E S I D E N T S |BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST - MOVIE REVIEW |IMAN AMRANI x Rachael_RnR

D E A D P R E S I D E N T S, ‘No bad habits, ma. Except for a little killing’

A Vietnam vet trying to adjust to life after war, while trying to support his family. But the idea of a better life seems out of reach.

Joined by the talented Iman Amrani a journalist for the Guardian. It was fun to have a girlie chat and talk about her favourite black lead movie 'Dead Presidents', the long career of the talented Larenz Tate and bad sex scenes from the 90's.

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Guest: @imaniamrani - Iman Amrani

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1. FRIDAY: Jimmy James Jones

Thu, 13 Aug 2020 20:05:23 GMT

F R I D A Y |BLACK INK CINEMA PODCAST - MOVIE REVIEW | JIMMY JAMES JONES x Rachael_RnR

F R I D A Y, ‘BYE FELICIA’

Craig gets sacked on his day off, so he ends up spending the day getting high and in trouble with his best friend Smokey.

Laughter with the hilarious comedian Jimmy James Jones as we discuss his favourite film 'Friday' along with his love for Jamie Foxx and shared obsession with 'Rush Hour'.

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Guest: @jimmyjamesjonescomedy - Jimmy James Jones

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