On October 27 1924 actress Ruby Dee was born... so the theme for today are films with Ruby Dee-enjoy!
1 American Gangster (2007) Director: Ridley Scott
Tells the true story of Frank Lucas (Denzel Washington) who rose up to become one of New York's biggest drug lords, and the detective (Russel Crowe) who tried to bring him down; Washington is great in his performance and Ruby Dee is also good as Washington's mother, which she garnered an Academy Award nomination for...
2 Do the Right Thing (1989) Director: Spike Lee
Movie about racism that erupts on one of the hottest days of the year in Brooklyn; nominated for two Oscars: Best Writing & Best Acting by Danny Aiello as racist business owner...
3 Jungle Fever (1991) Director: Spike Lee
Film about a man (Wesley Snipes) who becomes involved in an interracial affair with someone from his work; Snipes is great in his performance...
I hope that the above list of picks will provide hours of viewing entertainment-enjoy!
Dianezy
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