Throughout the years, cinema has become a powerful tool to tell stories.

Thelate talentedChadwick Bosemansteps into the shoes of T’Challa, heir to the highly advanced kingdom of Wakanda.

Not only doesFruitvale Stationspark important conversation, but it makes for a genuinely moving drama.

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It is heightened by its beautiful San Franciscan landscapes including beautiful architecture and steep hills and visually alluring cinematography.

Audiences who enjoy slow-burn but moving storylines will most likely not regret giving Talbot’s movie a watch.

Starring Academy Award winnerDaniel Kaluuya, this trippyJordan Peeleessentialinvites audiences on a nightmarish descent into madness.

T’Challa, aka Black Panther, with his mask off and arms open in Black Panther.

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It is nearly impossible to forget about McQueen’s impactful storytelling and its uncomfortable truths after the credits roll.

Additionally,Moonlightstands out for its genuine depiction of queerness and how it breaks free from stereotypes.

Across the Spider-Versereminds audiences that anyone can wear the mask, no matter what their cultural background is.

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As such, it is not surprising thatAcross the Spider-Versemay resonate with viewers grappling with identity and belonging.

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Cash sitting on the ground with a binder open on his lap in Sorry To Bother You.

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Fruitvale Station’s Michael B. Jordan looking up at officer

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Adam Driver holding a KKK card sitting next to John David Washington in BlackKklansman.

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Jimmie Falls and Jonathan Majors in Last Black Man in San Francisco

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Daniel Kaluuya as Chris, looking terrified with a tear rolling down his cheek in Get Out

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Fonny and Tish touching foreheads in ‘If Beale Streets Could Talk’

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Solomon wears a straw hat as his picks cotton in the field in 12 Years a Slave

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Young Chiron looking to the distance on a beach in ‘Moonlight’

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Miles Morales, voiced by Shameik Moore, stands in his suit in Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse

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