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Director (feature film)
1.
Crazy As Hell (2002)
as Director
Ty Adams is a maverick psychiatrist whose non-medicinal approach for treating patients has crowned him a hero in some circles, and an egoist in others. At Sedah State Mental Hospital Adams agrees to be the subject of a thirty-day documentary, examining the effects of psychiatry on mental illness and
Ty Adams is a maverick psychiatrist whose non-medicinal approach for treating patients has crowned him a hero in some circles, and an egoist in others. At Sedah State Mental Hospital Adams agrees to be the subject of a thirty-day documentary, examining the effects of psychiatry on mental illness and
2.
Rebound: The Legend Of Earl The Goat (1996)
as Director
Based on the true story of Harlem street basketball legend Earl "The Goat" Manigault, whose drug addiction destroyed his hopes of a professional basketball career, but who went on to become one of Harlem's most influential citizens after his recovery from drug abuse.
Based on the true story of Harlem street basketball legend Earl "The Goat" Manigault, whose drug addiction destroyed his hopes of a professional basketball career, but who went on to become one of Harlem's most influential citizens after his recovery from drug abuse.
3.
Psalms From the Underground (1995)
as Director
The daughter of a black civil rights activist is suspected of murdering the white supremicist who killed her father. An FBI agent becomes her unlikely ally and she must decide whether to work within the system, or join her brother in the fight against it.
The daughter of a black civil rights activist is suspected of murdering the white supremicist who killed her father. An FBI agent becomes her unlikely ally and she must decide whether to work within the system, or join her brother in the fight against it.
Cast (feature film)
4.
Relative Stranger (2009)
5.
Megafault (2009)
After a devastating earthquake, the earth's crust begins to crack across the entire American continent.
After a devastating earthquake, the earth's crust begins to crack across the entire American continent.
6.
Johnny Was (2006)
Trying to escape a violent past in Ireland, Johnny Doyle hides out in Brixton, London's toughest West Indian neighborhood. When his sociopathic former comrade Flynn escapes from prison, Johnny is faced with not only being dragged back into violence and away from his new love, but also it ignites a s
Trying to escape a violent past in Ireland, Johnny Doyle hides out in Brixton, London's toughest West Indian neighborhood. When his sociopathic former comrade Flynn escapes from prison, Johnny is faced with not only being dragged back into violence and away from his new love, but also it ignites a s
7.
One Hour Photo (2002)
as Detective Van Der Zee
Sy Parrish is a lonely photo technician at the local SavMart one-hour photo counter who develops an unsettling obsession with long time customers the Yorkin family, with whom he invents a familial connection.
Sy Parrish is a lonely photo technician at the local SavMart one-hour photo counter who develops an unsettling obsession with long time customers the Yorkin family, with whom he invents a familial connection.
8.
Crazy As Hell (2002)
as The Man
Ty Adams is a maverick psychiatrist whose non-medicinal approach for treating patients has crowned him a hero in some circles, and an egoist in others. At Sedah State Mental Hospital Adams agrees to be the subject of a thirty-day documentary, examining the effects of psychiatry on mental illness and
Ty Adams is a maverick psychiatrist whose non-medicinal approach for treating patients has crowned him a hero in some circles, and an egoist in others. At Sedah State Mental Hospital Adams agrees to be the subject of a thirty-day documentary, examining the effects of psychiatry on mental illness and
9.
John Sandford's Mind Prey (1999)
as Lucas Davenport
Television movie based on the novel, "Mind Prey," by John Sandford, featuring the character Detective Davenport, who is also the primary character in a series of John Sandford novels. Detective Lucas Davenport searches for sociopath John Mail, who has imprisoned psychiatrist Andi Manette and her two
Television movie based on the novel, "Mind Prey," by John Sandford, featuring the character Detective Davenport, who is also the primary character in a series of John Sandford novels. Detective Lucas Davenport searches for sociopath John Mail, who has imprisoned psychiatrist Andi Manette and her two
10.
Rebound: The Legend Of Earl The Goat (1996)
as Diego Taylor
Based on the true story of Harlem street basketball legend Earl "The Goat" Manigault, whose drug addiction destroyed his hopes of a professional basketball career, but who went on to become one of Harlem's most influential citizens after his recovery from drug abuse.
Based on the true story of Harlem street basketball legend Earl "The Goat" Manigault, whose drug addiction destroyed his hopes of a professional basketball career, but who went on to become one of Harlem's most influential citizens after his recovery from drug abuse.
11.
Psalms From the Underground (1995)
The daughter of a black civil rights activist is suspected of murdering the white supremicist who killed her father. An FBI agent becomes her unlikely ally and she must decide whether to work within the system, or join her brother in the fight against it.
The daughter of a black civil rights activist is suspected of murdering the white supremicist who killed her father. An FBI agent becomes her unlikely ally and she must decide whether to work within the system, or join her brother in the fight against it.
12.
DROP Squad (1994)
as Bruford Jamison Jr.
A black advertising executive is the target of a "drop" by a mythical group whose goal is to abduct people and counsel them on the errors of their ways. The band's edict is to grab "lost" brothers and sisters who've turned their backs on their heritage. D.R.O.P. is an acronym for Deprogramming and R
A black advertising executive is the target of a "drop" by a mythical group whose goal is to abduct people and counsel them on the errors of their ways. The band's edict is to grab "lost" brothers and sisters who've turned their backs on their heritage. D.R.O.P. is an acronym for Deprogramming and R
13.
Color of Night (1994)
as Anderson
Haunted by a bizarre suicide of a patient, psychologist Dr Bill Capa abandons his successful New York practice and relocates to Los Angeles only to find himself entangled in an explosive sexual relationship with the beautiful but enigmatic Rose. His web becomes even more tangled as he uncovers the brutal stabbing of a friend and colleague. As Capa gets closer to identifying the killer of his associate, Rose becomes an equally tantalizing mystery that he must solve--if he can avoid the lunatic murderer who's stalking him.
Haunted by a bizarre suicide of a patient, psychologist Dr Bill Capa abandons his successful New York practice and relocates to Los Angeles only to find himself entangled in an explosive sexual relationship with the beautiful but enigmatic Rose. His web becomes even more tangled as he uncovers the brutal stabbing of a friend and colleague. As Capa gets closer to identifying the killer of his associate, Rose becomes an equally tantalizing mystery that he must solve--if he can avoid the lunatic murderer who's stalking him.
14.
Empty Cradle (1993)
as Detective Knoll
A nurse kidnaps a baby in a desperate attempt to keep her lover and makes it appear as though the real mother gave birth to a stillborn child. Inspired by a true story.
A nurse kidnaps a baby in a desperate attempt to keep her lover and makes it appear as though the real mother gave birth to a stillborn child. Inspired by a true story.
15.
Eyes of a Witness (1991)
as Mchumbo
An American travels to Africa to convince his reluctant physician daughter to come home. His trip takes a nightmarish turn when he is arrested for a murder he did not commit.
An American travels to Africa to convince his reluctant physician daughter to come home. His trip takes a nightmarish turn when he is arrested for a murder he did not commit.
16.
Winner Takes All (1990)
as Mark Hastings Jr
A detective named B.L. Stryker seeks the murderer of the father of a high school football star.
A detective named B.L. Stryker seeks the murderer of the father of a high school football star.
17.
Jacob's Ladder (1990)
as Frank
A Vietnam veteran suffers from the belated impact of government sanctioned LSD experiments.
A Vietnam veteran suffers from the belated impact of government sanctioned LSD experiments.
18.
When We Were Young (1989)
as Virgil Hawkins
Eight high-school seniors who graduated in 1959 discover the importance of their relationships as they enter adulthood in a changing society.
Eight high-school seniors who graduated in 1959 discover the importance of their relationships as they enter adulthood in a changing society.
19.
Magic Moments (1989)
as Dancing Guy
A "Harlequin Romance Movie" presentation about a magician who tempts fate when he insists on performing a life-threatening illusion for his television producer. Romance develops as they collaborate professionally in the fast-paced world of television production.
A "Harlequin Romance Movie" presentation about a magician who tempts fate when he insists on performing a life-threatening illusion for his television producer. Romance develops as they collaborate professionally in the fast-paced world of television production.
20.
Coming to America (1988)
as Darryl Jenks
Where is an African prince supposed to go to find the woman who will one day be his queen? Obviously that would be Queens, New York and that's where Prince Akeem (Eddie Murphy) goes in this hilarious fish out of water story. Traveling with the prince is his trusted friend Semmi (Arsenio Hall) and, hiding the prince's identity, the two of them get jobs at a fast-food restaurant. While the prince is trying to adjust to a minimum wage lifestyle, he falls for Lisa (Shari Headley) the daughter of his boss Cleo (John Amos). As romance blooms, Akeem finds it hard to hide his royal secret, especially when the king (James Earl Jones) arrives with his regal entourage.
Where is an African prince supposed to go to find the woman who will one day be his queen? Obviously that would be Queens, New York and that's where Prince Akeem (Eddie Murphy) goes in this hilarious fish out of water story. Traveling with the prince is his trusted friend Semmi (Arsenio Hall) and, hiding the prince's identity, the two of them get jobs at a fast-food restaurant. While the prince is trying to adjust to a minimum wage lifestyle, he falls for Lisa (Shari Headley) the daughter of his boss Cleo (John Amos). As romance blooms, Akeem finds it hard to hide his royal secret, especially when the king (James Earl Jones) arrives with his regal entourage.
21.
What Price Victory (1988)
as Trumayne
A television movie dealing with the controversial world of college football recruiting and its effect on two star high school athletes. One of the football players is in college on a scholarship and has not interest in his classes, and the other has a fine academic record which becomes threatened b
A television movie dealing with the controversial world of college football recruiting and its effect on two star high school athletes. One of the football players is in college on a scholarship and has not interest in his classes, and the other has a fine academic record which becomes threatened b
22.
Five Corners (1987)
as Samuel Kemp
Set in 1964 in a lower middle-class New York neighborhood, Heinz has just been released from prison but is still obsessed with Linda. She turns for help to Harry, an ex-boyfriend who has recently taken up the cause of non-violence. But Harry soon finds himself in a morally compromising situation whe
Set in 1964 in a lower middle-class New York neighborhood, Heinz has just been released from prison but is still obsessed with Linda. She turns for help to Harry, an ex-boyfriend who has recently taken up the cause of non-violence. But Harry soon finds himself in a morally compromising situation whe
23.
Out of the Darkness (1985)
The personal story of Ed Zigo, the New York City detective who helped crack the headline-making "Son of Sam" murders case in the late 1970s following the killer's 13-month reign, gave veteran actor Martin Sheen (whose credits continue amassing at an astonishing rate) another meaty role. Broadway act
The personal story of Ed Zigo, the New York City detective who helped crack the headline-making "Son of Sam" murders case in the late 1970s following the killer's 13-month reign, gave veteran actor Martin Sheen (whose credits continue amassing at an astonishing rate) another meaty role. Broadway act
24.
Rappin' (1985)
as Ice
When John Rappin Hood is released from jail, he goes home to his neighborhood and finds its safety threatened by a brutal gang leader and its very existence threatened by a greedy developer. Hood gathers his group of friends to fight for their community, not with violence, but with their talent for
When John Rappin Hood is released from jail, he goes home to his neighborhood and finds its safety threatened by a brutal gang leader and its very existence threatened by a greedy developer. Hood gathers his group of friends to fight for their community, not with violence, but with their talent for
Writer (feature film)
25.
Psalms From the Underground (1995)
as Screenwriter
The daughter of a black civil rights activist is suspected of murdering the white supremicist who killed her father. An FBI agent becomes her unlikely ally and she must decide whether to work within the system, or join her brother in the fight against it.
The daughter of a black civil rights activist is suspected of murdering the white supremicist who killed her father. An FBI agent becomes her unlikely ally and she must decide whether to work within the system, or join her brother in the fight against it.
Producer (feature film)
26.
Salton Sea, The (2002)
as Producer
After the murder of his beloved wife, Danny Parker, a man in search of redemption, is set adrift in a world where nothing is as it seems. On his journey, he befriends slacker Jimmy "The Finn", becomes involved in rescuing his neighbor Colette from her own demons, and gets entangled in a web of decei
After the murder of his beloved wife, Danny Parker, a man in search of redemption, is set adrift in a world where nothing is as it seems. On his journey, he befriends slacker Jimmy "The Finn", becomes involved in rescuing his neighbor Colette from her own demons, and gets entangled in a web of decei
27.
Crazy As Hell (2002)
as Producer
Ty Adams is a maverick psychiatrist whose non-medicinal approach for treating patients has crowned him a hero in some circles, and an egoist in others. At Sedah State Mental Hospital Adams agrees to be the subject of a thirty-day documentary, examining the effects of psychiatry on mental illness and
Ty Adams is a maverick psychiatrist whose non-medicinal approach for treating patients has crowned him a hero in some circles, and an egoist in others. At Sedah State Mental Hospital Adams agrees to be the subject of a thirty-day documentary, examining the effects of psychiatry on mental illness and
28.
John Sandford's Mind Prey (1999)
as Producer
Television movie based on the novel, "Mind Prey," by John Sandford, featuring the character Detective Davenport, who is also the primary character in a series of John Sandford novels. Detective Lucas Davenport searches for sociopath John Mail, who has imprisoned psychiatrist Andi Manette and her two
Television movie based on the novel, "Mind Prey," by John Sandford, featuring the character Detective Davenport, who is also the primary character in a series of John Sandford novels. Detective Lucas Davenport searches for sociopath John Mail, who has imprisoned psychiatrist Andi Manette and her two
29.
Psalms From the Underground (1995)
as Producer
The daughter of a black civil rights activist is suspected of murdering the white supremicist who killed her father. An FBI agent becomes her unlikely ally and she must decide whether to work within the system, or join her brother in the fight against it.
The daughter of a black civil rights activist is suspected of murdering the white supremicist who killed her father. An FBI agent becomes her unlikely ally and she must decide whether to work within the system, or join her brother in the fight against it.
Music (feature film)
30.
Rappin' (1985)
as Song Performer ("Snack Attack")
When John Rappin Hood is released from jail, he goes home to his neighborhood and finds its safety threatened by a brutal gang leader and its very existence threatened by a greedy developer. Hood gathers his group of friends to fight for their community, not with violence, but with their talent for
When John Rappin Hood is released from jail, he goes home to his neighborhood and finds its safety threatened by a brutal gang leader and its very existence threatened by a greedy developer. Hood gathers his group of friends to fight for their community, not with violence, but with their talent for
31.
Rappin' (1985)
as Song ("Courtroom")
When John Rappin Hood is released from jail, he goes home to his neighborhood and finds its safety threatened by a brutal gang leader and its very existence threatened by a greedy developer. Hood gathers his group of friends to fight for their community, not with violence, but with their talent for
When John Rappin Hood is released from jail, he goes home to his neighborhood and finds its safety threatened by a brutal gang leader and its very existence threatened by a greedy developer. Hood gathers his group of friends to fight for their community, not with violence, but with their talent for
Special Thanks (feature film)
32.
Bob Roberts (1992)
as Special Thanks
Story about the cultural hysteria surrounding a right-wing folk-singer-turned-politician who runs for the Senate in Pennsylvania. Ultimately, his campaign is tarnished by reports of corruption.
Story about the cultural hysteria surrounding a right-wing folk-singer-turned-politician who runs for the Senate in Pennsylvania. Ultimately, his campaign is tarnished by reports of corruption.
Cast (special)
33.
32nd NAACP Image Awards, The (2001)
Coverage of the 32nd annual NAACP Image Awards presentation from the Universal Amphitheatre.
Coverage of the 32nd annual NAACP Image Awards presentation from the Universal Amphitheatre.
34.
31st Annual NAACP Image Awards, The (2000)
Coverage of the 31st annual NAACP Image Awards from Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California.
Coverage of the 31st annual NAACP Image Awards from Pasadena Civic Auditorium in Pasadena, California.
35.
Teen Files: The Truth About Hate (1999)
Explores elements of bigotry, hatred, and prejudice in today's youth.
Explores elements of bigotry, hatred, and prejudice in today's youth.
36.
Larry King Meets E.R. (1998)
as Interviewee
Live special featuring Larry King interviewing the cast the of the NBC series, "E.R."
Live special featuring Larry King interviewing the cast the of the NBC series, "E.R."
37.
1998 Essence Awards, The (1998)
as Host
Presentation of the eleventh annual Essence Awards, highlighting the contributions of outstanding African-Americans, from the Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York.
Presentation of the eleventh annual Essence Awards, highlighting the contributions of outstanding African-Americans, from the Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York.
38.
1997 Emmy Awards (1997)
as Presenter
Live telecast of the 49th annual Primetime Emmy Awards, honoring excellence in television.
Live telecast of the 49th annual Primetime Emmy Awards, honoring excellence in television.
39.
50 Years of Television: A Celebration of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Golden Anniversary (1997)
Documentary celebrating 50 years of television history. Featuring a large collection of television clips introduced by legendary and current television stars. The documentary, also shown at a Hollywood gala, launches the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences new Archive of American Television.
Documentary celebrating 50 years of television history. Featuring a large collection of television clips introduced by legendary and current television stars. The documentary, also shown at a Hollywood gala, launches the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences new Archive of American Television.
40.
18th Annual Cable Ace Awards (1996)
as Presenter
Live presentation of the 18th Annual CableACE Awards, honoring excellence in cable television.
Live presentation of the 18th Annual CableACE Awards, honoring excellence in cable television.
41.
53rd Annual Golden Globe Awards, The (1996)
as Presenter
Live presentation of the 53rd annual Golden Globe Awards, honoring achievement in film and television.
Live presentation of the 53rd annual Golden Globe Awards, honoring achievement in film and television.
42.
1996 Essence Awards, The (1996)
Presentation of the 1996 Essence Awards, honoring outstanding African-Americans for their achievements.
Presentation of the 1996 Essence Awards, honoring outstanding African-Americans for their achievements.
43.
Life in the Fat Lane II (1995)
as Host
Second special looking at America's obsession with diets -- offering advice and the latest scientific/medical information about losing weight.
Second special looking at America's obsession with diets -- offering advice and the latest scientific/medical information about losing weight.
44.
47th Annual Emmy Awards (1995)
as Presenter
Live telecast of the 47th annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
Live telecast of the 47th annual Primetime Emmy Awards.
45.
Hammer, Slammer, and Slade (1990)
as Jack Spade
A pilot based on the feature film "I'm Gonna Git U Sucka." Three former cops help a friend who is framed for robbery on the very day he retires from the police department.
A pilot based on the feature film "I'm Gonna Git U Sucka." Three former cops help a friend who is framed for robbery on the very day he retires from the police department.
46.
Vietnam War Story (1987)
as K C ("The Mine")
A trilogy of half-hour dramas inspired by true accounts of Vietnam veterans. "The Pass" tells of three bored GIs visiting a Vietnam bar to discuss their experiences, with surprising results. "The Mine" describes a soldier with an unnatural instinct for keeping out of danger. "Home" tells the story o
A trilogy of half-hour dramas inspired by true accounts of Vietnam veterans. "The Pass" tells of three bored GIs visiting a Vietnam bar to discuss their experiences, with surprising results. "The Mine" describes a soldier with an unnatural instinct for keeping out of danger. "Home" tells the story o
47.
Teen Father (1986)
as Charlie
An "ABC Afterschool Specials" presentation about a teenage boy who experiences drastic changes in his life when he makes the decision to help care for his newborn daughter.
An "ABC Afterschool Specials" presentation about a teenage boy who experiences drastic changes in his life when he makes the decision to help care for his newborn daughter.
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