Plot
Dark, biting satire of the television industry, focusing on an Ivy League educated black writer at a major network. Frustrated that his ideas for a "Cosby Show"-esque take on the black family have been rejected by network brass, he devises an outlandish scheme: reviving the minstrel show. This is the hook: Instead of white actors in black face, the show stars black actors in even blacker face. The show becomes an instant smash, but with the success also come repercussions for all involved.
Written by
Spike Lee
Directed by
Spike Lee
Crew
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
New Line Cinema, 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks
Languages
English
Awards
2 wins & 10 nominations
Scores
# of Votes
12,650
Average Rating
6.7 out of 10
Metascore
56
Popularity
NA