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The Fade to Black Podcast

OMG! Studios

Tv & Film

Frequency: 1 episode/65d. Total Eps: 20

Hosted by David Dunnington (he|him), Imani D. Johnson (she|her), and Sunflower B Rose (she|ze|he) this podcast honors Black culture through an exploration of Black cinema and what defines Black film. Whether it be a film directed by a Black person, a film with an all Black cast, or a film For Us, By Us, you surely won't be disappointed by what to come. Join us as we seek to answer this question with invited guests. Send inquiries and questions to fadetoblackpodcast@gmail.com

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🇬🇧 Great Britain - Film Reviews
24/07/2025
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Ep. 20: American Fiction (ft. James Izlar)

Season 3 · Episode 9

Friday, July 4, 2025 • Duration 50:57

What does it mean to be a "Black" writer? This week David is joined by James Izlar (@jcizlar) to discuss the 2023 Academy award winning film American Fiction (written and directed by Cord Jefferson) about a frustrated novelist who writes a satirical book based on racial stereotypes but is instead met with praise after it is mistaken for "serious" literature.

Host: David Dunnington (@videodvdman)

Editing: Imani D. Johnson (@imaniposts)

Produced by: David Dunnington

For more information on the Fade to Black Podcast visit ⁠⁠www.omgstudiosllc.com/fadetoblack-pod⁠⁠

This podcast is brought to you by OMG! Studios LLC. A multi-disciplinary arts production company creating opportunities for love and education to thrive through creativity. We do this by creating, presenting, and inspiring a diverse and interdisciplinary set of works of art and artists.

For more info, check us out at ⁠⁠⁠OMGSTUDIOSLLC.COM⁠⁠

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Ep. 19 : Watermelon Man

Season 3 · Episode 8

Friday, June 6, 2025 • Duration 51:37

This week in the Fade to Black Podcast, Sunflower introduces the FTB crew to Melvin Van Peebles' first and only studio film, Watermelon Man (1970) (scr. Herman Raucher).

Hosts: Sunflower B Rose, David Dunnington, and Imani D. Johnson

Editing: Imani D. Johnson (IG: @imaniposts)

Produced by: Sunflower B Rose

For more information on the Fade to Black Podcast visit ⁠www.omgstudiosllc.com/fadetoblack-pod⁠

For more info, check us out at ⁠⁠OMGSTUDIOSLLC.COM⁠⁠

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Ep. 18 : Waiting to Exhale

Season 3 · Episode 7

Friday, December 6, 2024 • Duration 01:17:15

This week, the FTB crew discusses the 1995 romance, Waiting to Exhale, written by Terry McMillian and Ronald Bass, and directed by Forest Whitaker. Starring Whitney Houston, Angela Bassett, Lela Rechon, and Loretta Devine.

Host: Imani Johnson (IG: @imaniposts)

Editing: Sunflower B Rose

Produced by: Imani Johnson

For more information on the Fade to Black Podcast visit ⁠www.omgstudiosllc.com/fadetoblack-pod

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Ep 17: White Chicks, Bring it On! (ft. Fatimah Washington)

Season 3 · Episode 6

Friday, October 25, 2024 • Duration 01:19:59

This week, Sunflower explores Peyton Reid's 2000 cheer classic Bring it on! AND Keenen Ivory Wayan’s 2004’s comedy goldmine, WHITE CHICKS. This double feature conversation talks about the legacy of white women in these Black classics. Featuring special guest Fatimah Washington (IG: @Teanbean93).

Host: Sunflower B Rose (IG: @suni.b.rose)

Editing: Sunflower B Rose

Produced by: Sunflower B Rose

For more information on the Fade to Black Podcast visit www.omgstudiosllc.com/fadetoblack-pod

For more info, check us out at ⁠OMGSTUDIOSLLC.COM⁠

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Ep. 16: Chameleon Street

Friday, September 20, 2024 • Duration 50:06

This week we discuss the 1989 film, Chameleon Street, based on the real life story of William Douglas Street and his many lives. Join us as we discuss the terrors of surgery without the internet and identity theft in the 90s.

Host: Imani Johnson, David Dunnington, Sunflower B Rose

Editing: Sunflower B Rose

Produced by: David Dunnington

For more information on the Fade to Black Podcast visit ⁠⁠www.omgstudiosllc.com/fadetoblack-pod⁠

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Ep. 15 A Murder In Harlem

Season 3 · Episode 4

Friday, June 7, 2024 • Duration 01:00:32

This week we explore Oscar Micheaux & Alice B. Russell’s 1935 Thriller, A Murder in Harlem! Starring Clarence Brooks &Dorothy Van Engle. A Murder in Harlme is a A Remake of his 1921 silent film The Gunsaulus Mystery based on the actual 1913 trial of Leo Frank. Spooky things are definitely afoot!

For more information on the Fade to Black Podcast visit www.omgstudiosllc.com/fadetoblack-podHost: Imani Johnson, David Dunnington, Sunflower B RoseEditing: Sunflower B RoseProduced by: Imani JohnsonThis podcast is brought to you by OMG! Studios LLC. A multi-disciplinary arts production company creating opportunities for love and education to thrive through creativity. We do this by creating, presenting, and inspiring a diverse and interdisciplinary set of works of art and artists. For more info, check us out at ⁠OMGSTUDIOSLLC.COM⁠

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Ep. 14 Baby Boy (ft. Dominique Barlow)

Season 3 · Episode 3

Friday, May 3, 2024 • Duration 49:39

This week, Imani explores the 2001 coming-of-age drama, Baby Boy, written, directed, and produced by John Singleton (1968-2019). Starring Tyrese Gibson as Jody Summers, a twenty year old living in Los Angeles struggling with what it means to grow up and be a man. Featuring special guest Dominique Barlow (IG: @keeptheebarlow).

Host: Imani Johnson (IG: @imaniposts)

Editing: Sunflower B Rose

Produced by: Imani Johnson

For more information on the Fade to Black Podcast visit www.omgstudiosllc.com/fadetoblack-pod

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Ep. 13 Drylongso

Season 3 · Episode 3

Friday, April 5, 2024 • Duration 01:23:21

W'luka Yaa!! On this episode we're breaking down Cauleen Smith's stand alone and stand out film DRYLONGSO . How do you honor your loved ones? What makes you feel comfortable in your own skin? Why is Cauleen Smith not giving us the follow up we want! Find out this and so much more on this episode of the FTBP!

Hosted by:

David Dunnington

Imani Johnson

Sunflower B Rose

Edited by

Sunflower B Rose

Produced by:

David Dunnington

For more about the Fade to Black Podcast, visit omgstudiosllc.com/fade-to-black

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Ep. 12 Brown Sugar

Season 3 · Episode 1

Friday, March 29, 2024 • Duration 58:53

WELCOME BACK TO THE FADE TO BLACK PODCAST! On this episode we're breaking down 2002 Rom-Com "Brown Sugar". When did you fall in love with Hip Hop? Was it when you first heard it on the streets of new york, or when when it asked you to go out with you on a live radio show? Let's find out how messy love and hip hop can get on this episode of the FTBP!

Hosted by:

David Dunnington

Imani Johnson

Sunflower B Rose

Edited by

Sunflower B Rose

Produced by: Sunflower B Rose

For more about the Fade to Black Podcast, visit omgstudiosllc.com/fade-to-black

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Ep. 11: An Oversimplification of Her Beauty w/ Zoe Scruggs

Season 2 · Episode 7

Tuesday, March 14, 2023 • Duration 42:06

WELCOME TO THE SEASON 2 FINALE OF THE FADE TO BLACK PODCAST! On this episode we're breaking down 2012 Romantic/Animation "An Over Simplification of Her Beauty". One failed date turns into a battle of power, art, and truth. And Terrance Nance was there to capture, critique, and edit it all back together. Lets talk consent, collaboration, and authenticity here on FTBP. Featuring Special Guest, ZOE SCRUGGS (@zoescruggs on IG)!

For more about the Fade to Black Podcast, visit omgstudiosphilly.com/fade-to-black

Co Host: David Dunnington & Suni B Rose

Guest Artist: Zoe Scruggs

Music: Zoe Scruggs

Editing: David Dunnington and Zoe Scruggs

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