Uncut funk blaxploitation. F. He starred as Blacula, a Black version of Dracula in two movies, Blacula and Scream, Blacula, Scream. Hey… take from the rich to give to the poor! Right On to cash redistribution to the Red, Black and Brown. The posters exhibited below are in the Museum of UnCut Funk Collection. This exhibition includes both U. This exhibition features a sampling of original 1970's movie Following the example set by Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song, many blaxploitation films feature funk and soul jazz soundtracks with heavy bass, funky beats and wah-wah guitars. My motto is collect whatever you like and that’s what I do! Sista ToFunky May 4, 2024 · The Museum of UnCut Funk Collection consists of over 700 Blaxploitation movie posters from the around the world. These films were released from January 1 – December 31, 1975 during the “Greatest Decade Ever” in Black cinematic history. Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Jun 8, 2010 · Within the next decade Hollywood underwent several sociological upheavals, and Juanita Moore was one of the beneficiaries; she became a fixture in Blaxploitation films of the ’70s. “The Man” referred to the police, the mob, the politicians and anyone who was white with power. I also love the illustrated artwork that was used to create these posters. Blacula became the Blaxploitation’s eras first prominent horror film. Here is his latest article on the use of the N Word in Hollywood. Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Read More Oct 29, 2011 · Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Prior to the script being finished, the producers commissioned an original sound track to be performed by The Final Solution, a vocal group from Chicago’s west side. 6 – 1975 Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation film genre. The cardboard box also fronts a confrontational attitude and dialect similar to many heroes of this film genre. A number of these posters are a part of the Museum Of UnCut Funk Collection. Oct 7, 2011 · The Museum of UnCut Funk continues to celebrate the best decade ever with a review of Poster Art from funky 1970's music based films. This made him the baddest cat in the genre, the sport and around the world. Most of these movie posters are in the collection of the Museum Of UnCut Funk, except Ghetto Freaks and The McMasters. Some of the greatest moments in sports history happened during the 1970‘s, like the New Read More The blaxploitation film era of the 1970s was one of the coolest and hippest times in / October 29, 2011byin FlixBlaxploitation Films Documentary Dec 28, 2012 · The Museum of UnCut Funk is thrilled that Jim Rugg shared some of the art from the soon to be released Afrodisiac graphic novel. With a plot containing such volatile content as The Black Panthers collaborating with the Red Chinese, young girls kidnapped and sold to Hong Kong bordellos, Soul Ecstasy didn’t get much of a theatrical run before it was closed down by ‘The Man’. ” The time was the early Oct 7, 2011 · The Women of Blaxploitation The Black Movie Boom of the 1970’s created jobs for young Black actresses and introduced new talents such as Pam Grier, Vonetta McGee, Gloria Henry, Tamara Dobson, Judy Pace, Esther Anderson, Paula Kelly, Carol Speed, Lisa Moore, Rosalind Cash, Jaki Demar, Rosalind Miles, Kathy Imrie, Shelia Frazier and Brenda Skyes. She was working steadily but the roles were far from challenging. Sep 9, 2015 · Josiah Howard is the author of “Blaxploitation Cinema: The Essential Reference Guide” (now in a fourth printing). We shine the spotlight on Jim Kelly. It happened when taekwondo champion Jim Kelly appeared in Bruce Lee’s film Enter the Dragon. 7 – 1976 Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Read More Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Read More Josiah Howard is the author of “Blaxploitation Cinema: The Essential Reference Guide” (now in a fourth Read More January 5, 2014byin Blaxploitation Sep 30, 2009 · Below is a short called “Trek Turner”, a remix of the cartoon version featuring Lieutenant Uhura from the Star Trek animated series, dubbed over with Nichelle Nichols’ dialogue from the 1974 blaxploitation film “Truck Turner”. / October 29, 2011byin FlixBlaxploitation Films Documentary Dec 28, 2012 · The Museum of UnCut Funk is thrilled that Jim Rugg shared some of the art from the soon to be released Afrodisiac graphic novel. “UnCut Funk is a wonderful collection of a period that many filmmakers and movie goers consider an American unique art form” Gregory Allen, artistic director of Westminster says. ” Snoop Nov 20, 2012 · Blaxploitation Iconography Iconography… What’s That!!! Blaxploitation Iconography refers to the iconic images of Black popular culture in film during the Blaxploitation movement of the 1970‘s. This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversaries of 1970's Blaxploitation films and the funky movie posters created to promote them. Oct 7, 2011 · Some have suggested that this flick is a Black version of Bonnie and Clyde. Jan 10, 2016 · Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation film genre. These films also incorporated progressive social and political commentary. “Bad, Black and Bountiful: The Museum Of UnCut Funk Looks Back at the Blaxploitation Film Genre”. The complete collection of Afrodisiac comics will be available in graphic novel form in December 2009. Below is a small sampling of the original movie posters that are a part of the collection. One of the most important actors from this period was William Marshall. These soundtracks are notable for complexity that was not common to the radio-friendly funk tracks of the 1970s. 40th Anniversary of Blaxploitation Vol. 3 – 1972 Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Read More December 20, 2009byin Kool Cats And Hip Chicks Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Read More October 4, 2011byin Collection Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Read More The Panthers Protested Blaxploitation? I learned something new about the Blaxploitation movement, that in addition to the NAACP, the Black Read More March 6, 2012by c-dub in Funkalicious Dec 20, 2012 · Stephen Whitty is a writer for The Star Ledger, the largest newspaper in New Jersey. Oct 7, 2011 · What!!! Tell me the 70’s wasn’t the koolest decade ever! Below is a gallery of Blaxploitation movie posters that represent the best of the genre filmed in New York City, Harlem and the outer borough of Brooklyn during the 1970’s. Sista ToFunky speaks about Blaxploitation. Oct 7, 2011 · During the 1970’s the term “The Man” became a part of the vernacular of the Blaxploitation film era. The planets first virtual museum dedicated to the celebration and preservation of the FUNK! The foremost authority and archive of 1970s Black culture and all Oct 7, 2011 · Often referred to as “Blaxploitation” films, they were extremely popular because the Black hero always triumphed over “The Man”. These films also overflowed with style and attitude and incorporated hip street language, funky soundtracks and hot fashions. Oct 7, 2011 · An imaginary friend of one of the main characters, Boxy Brown is a cardboard box with a crudely drawn face with a goatee on it that dons an afro. Oct 26, 2023 · East Germany Digs Blaxploitation!East Germany Digs Blaxploitation! Many U. 7 – 1976 Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Read More June 16, 2015by c-dub in Funkalicious Blaxploitation And Music Poster Art The Museum of UnCut Funk continues to celebrate the best decade ever with a review of Blaxploitation And Music Poster Art The Museum of UnCut Funk continues to celebrate the best decade ever with a review of The UnCut Funk Blaxploitation Movie Poster Exhibition A Retrospective of 1970’s Black Cinema Poster Art Read More October 4, 2011byin Collection Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Read More 40th Anniversary of Blaxploitation Vol. These films were released from January 1 – December 31, 1977 during the “Greatest Decade Ever” in Black cinematic history. Black, it screens like a re-imagining of Shaft — another “blaxploitation” film released nearly a year earlier. Uncut Funk By Josiah Howard “Bad, Black and Bountiful: The Museum Of UnCut Funk Looks Back at the Blaxploitation Film Genre”. Oct 7, 2011 · I started collecting movie posters from Blaxploitation and all Black films from the 1970‘s because I love these films. The Museum of UnCut Funk Blaxploitation Movie Poster Exhibition Read More October 10, 2011byin Curator's Originals Oct 19, 2008 · As part of the blaxploitation genre, Dolemite featured Moore’s signature character, a clever, tough, black pimp, followed by his kung-fu-fighting female army. In most cases “The Man” held the key to the destruction or redemption of Black characters in these films. These movies were larger-than-life, action-packed and full of funk and soul music. Mar 5, 2019 · The Museum Of UnCut Funk Curator, Pamela Thomas, has put together an incredible collection of 1970's Blaxploitation movie posters, many of which are internatio… Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like P-funk, Blaxploitation film, Soul Train and more. Oct 6, 2011 · Brotherman was a Blaxploitation film set to hit screens in 1975. The character Oct 7, 2011 · Blaxploitation And Snoop Dogg… “The Mack’ (1973 film starring Max Julien as an Oakland pimp named Goldie) is one of my favorite movies. The Museum of UnCut Funk Blaxploitation Movie Poster Exhibition Read More October 7, 2011byin Blaxploitation Collectors Quest Video Shoot At The Museum Of UnCut Funk Today, Collectors Quest visited The Museum of UnCut Funk to do a video shoot for their Read More October 10, 2011byin Curator's Originals The UnCut Funk Blaxploitation Movie Poster Exhibition A Retrospective of 1970’s Black Cinema Poster Art Read More October 4, 2011byin Collection Feb 27, 2017 · Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation film genre. In fact, Black shared writing credits on Shaft with author Ernest Tidyman, a Cleveland police reporter turned pulp fiction novelist and screenwriter. This is a must have for any comic book collector, fan of Blaxploitation films or anyone interested in comic art. Oct 7, 2011 · The year 1973 marked the beginning of the one-two combination of Blaxploitation and Kung Fu. release to make it into East German theaters. It's a love thang! This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversaries of 1970's Blaxploitation films and the funky movie posters created to promote them. Oct 6, 2011 · The above insight from football-star-turned-actor Jim Brown is one of many compelling points made by a wide variety of interviewees in the 1984 documentary Black Hollywood: Blaxploitation and Advancing an Independent Black Cinema, which is only now getting a DVD release. vs. From Pam Grier to Bill Cosby, check out who delved into this genre and what the Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Read More February 10, 2013byin Can't Get Enough Of That Funky Stuff Black Samurai – The Book Series The Museum Of UnCut Funk has added the Black Samurai stories by Marc Olden to it’s Read More “Bad, Black and Bountiful: The Museum Of UnCut Funk Looks Back at the Blaxploitation Film Genre”. I also collect allot of different types of Black memorabilia. At one time the images were omnipresent: on TV, in movies, on billboards and in magazines. By Museum Of UnCut Funk This exhibition celebrates the 50th anniversaries of 1970's Blaxploitation films and the funky movie posters created to promote them. I look at (Julien) as my godfather. Dec 14, 2012 · Forty years ago, Trouble Man was released in theaters. These films were released from January 1 – December 31, 1970 during the “Greatest Decade Ever” in Black cinematic history. Oct 25, 2014 · “Bad, Black and Bountiful: The Museum Of UnCut Funk Looks Back at the Blaxploitation Film Genre”. Young African-American men and women in anti establishment starring film roles, wearing bell-bottoms, platforms and Afro hairstyles, and determined to get even—or “get over. Jan 5, 2014 · 40th Anniversary of Blaxploitation Vol. These films were released from January 1 – December 31, 1976 during the “Greatest Decade Ever” in Black cinematic history. Apr 18, 2010 · The blaxploitation era she helped to usher in created roles for Black male actors, but very few films gave Black women, with the exception of Pam Grier, much to do. and International posters, as well as different Mar 29, 2014 · Soul Ecstasy Great soundtrack to the long lost 1970′s Blaxploitation movie Soul Ecstasy. Jan 19, 2014 · For more information on Blaxploitation, please check out our Blaxploitation Movie Poster Exhibition and the Blaxploitation section of the museum. It has become both a passion and an obsession. Jun 27, 2012 · Here is the behind the scenes video featuring much more of the conversation where I speak in depth about Blaxploitation, Funk and a wide range of topics. Feb 8, 2013 · Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation film genre. Most of these movie posters are in the collection of the Museum Of UnCut Funk, with the exception of Ganja and Hess, Heavy Traffic and Oct 7, 2011 · Blaxploitation Films made their debut in Italy during the mid 1970’s. Oct 5, 2011 · Now known as ‘blaxploitation’ films, they satisfied the demand from inner-city audiences for movies made by and for blacks. Stephen has agreed to allow the Museum Of UnCut Funk to reprint a excerpt from his article. During the Blaxploitation film explosion of the 1970‘s, movies took 2 to 3 years on average after the U. movies from the 1930’s and 1940’s arrived in East German theaters for the first time after 1947. This exhibition features a sampling of original 1970's movie posters from the Museum Of UnCut Funk Collection, which consists of over 650 movie posters from around the world. Poster illustration has become a lost art form, as today’s posters utilize photography. He developed his Dolemite character in his standup routine and portrayed him in two films, Dolemite and Dolemite II: The Human Tornado. Whenever the character speaks on the show 70’s funk music, typical of blaxploitation films, is played in the background. The Museum of UnCut Funk continues to bring to the forefront the significance of Blaxploitation as we celebrate the Wild Wild West. Kelly proved to be a popular character actor who would sign with Warner Brothers for a few more action films, thus creating the first crossing over of these two prolific genres. These films were released from January 1 – December 31, 1971 during the “Greatest Decade Ever” in Black cinematic history. Karate, Kung Fu and Blaxploitation In the 1970's, Jim Kelly starred in a number of martial arts blaxploitation films. As with most international releases of American films, each film would screen a few years after the American release. 2 – 1971 Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Read More January 16, 2012byin Can't Get Enough Of That Funky Stuff Blaxploitation And Music Poster Art The Museum of UnCut Funk continues to celebrate the best decade ever with a review of The UnCut Funk Blaxploitation Movie Poster Exhibition A Retrospective of 1970’s Black Cinema Poster Art Read More October 4, 2011byin Collection Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Read More. We have cool Blaxploitation movie posters from all over the world, Blaxploitation movie soundtrack anthems, the original radio spots that were used to promote these movies back in the day, funky Blaxploitation movie trailers and video goodies and a look at Blaxploitation around the world. El Condor (1970) Uncut Funk By Josiah Howard “Bad, Black and Bountiful: The Museum Of UnCut Funk Looks Back at the Blaxploitation Film Genre”. I started The Museum Of UnCut Funk to share my funky collection with funky people around the world. the rest of the world. 7 – 1976 Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Read More June 16, 2015by c-dub in Funkalicious Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Read More Blaxploitation And Music Poster Art The Museum of UnCut Funk continues to celebrate the best decade ever with a review of 40th Anniversary of Blaxploitation Vol. Jan 31, 2011 · D'Urville Martin was an actor, director and producer who was considered one of the hardest working men during the Blaxploitation film era. 5 – 1974 Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation film genre. Something about that movie, his rise, his struggle, the things he put his family through — I was always infatuated with Goldie. versions, highlighting how Blaxploitation films were marketed in the U. The Museum Of UnCut Funk celebrates the 1970's Blaxploitation era. Blacula gets released Vonetta McGee Without question, one of the most breathtaking beauties to emerge out of the 70’s “Blaxploitation” era was actress Read More April 25, 2009byin Can't Get Enough Of That Funky Stuff 40th Anniversary of Blaxploitation Vol. These films were made specifically with an urban Black audience in mind. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like P-funk, Blaxploitation film, Soul Train and more. These iconic images, brought to life by Black actors and actresses, represented Black people expressing their pride while sticking it to the man. 6 – 1975 Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Read More October 6, 2011byin Online Exhibitions The Civil Rights and Black Power Movements of the 1960’s set the stage for the 1970’s Read More Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Feb 11, 2011 · The 1970s produced the film genre that would become known as ‘Blaxploitation’. Blaxploitation film, soundtracks, style and attitude. These films were released from January 1 – December 31, 1973 during the “Greatest Decade Ever” in Black cinematic history. These films were released from January 1 – December 31, 1974 during the “Greatest Decade Ever” in Black cinematic history. Dec 31, 2014 · 40th Anniversary of Blaxploitation Vol. His writing credits include articles for The New York Times, Reader’s Digest, The Village Voice and Motion Picture. If you love Blaxploitation then check out our UnCut Funk Blaxploitation Movie Poster Exhibition. Sista ToFunky I am a huge fan of Blaxploitation memorabilia. Oct 7, 2011 · Blaxploitation And Sports Some of the greatest moments in sports history happened during the 1970‘s, like the New York Knickerbockers winning the NBA championship. Penned and produced by screenwriter John D. Most of these movie posters are in the collection of the Museum Of UnCut Funk, with the exception of Black Chariot. Animated or live action, that’s one Bad Ass Bitch! Celebrating the 40th anniversaries of Blaxploitation films and films that starred Black actors during the Blaxploitation Read More Karate, Kung Fu and Blaxploitation In the 1970's, Jim Kelly starred in a number of martial arts blaxploitation films. For those who collect dolls check out our Black Barbie Exhibition. Apr 18, 2010 · The Melinda Movie Poster is a part of The Museum of UnCut Funk collection Over the next few years, Vonetta’s resume would fill up with leading lady roles in “blaxploitation classics” such as Blacula, Shaft in Africa and Detroit 9000. S. Oct 7, 2011 · The artwork and actor depictions on these posters are very different than the U. And really, you can’t talk The Women of Blaxploitation The Black Movie Boom of the 1970’s created jobs for young Black Read More October 6, 2011byin Online Exhibitions Jan 9, 2010 · During the 1970’s, Blaxploitation moved into the horror category with a number of movies, made for Blacks, staring Blacks. 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