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Are you ready for Black History Month?

2/12/2014

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We have the films you need for 15% off PPR when you mention "IC130" throughout February. 

Fear of a Black Republican

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"Fear of a Black Republican gets my vote." - Professor Sunny Fridge, Jackson State University

 Today, less than 10% of African Americans consider themselves to be Republican and many of them keep their political views “in the closet.”      Filmmaker Kevin J. Williams   takes a non-partisan journey over four years and two presidential elections to find out why there are so few  Black  Republicans and what that means for the future of the Two-Party political system in America. Featuring: Mitt Romney, Newt  Gingrich, U.S. Senator Ed  Brooke, Tavis Smiley, Cornel West, and Republican National Committee  chairman, Michael Steele. As seen on Al  Jazeera, BET, Fox News, ABC 6, and  more. Click here to view the trailer. 

 Subject Area(s): Documentary, Government, Social Policy, Voting, Political Science, Race

 Runtime: 111 min  |   PPR: $195   |   DVD Cat#: PRDVD1895   |   UPC: 884501481113

Inside Buffalo 

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INSIDE BUFFALO

 "A detailed and stirring account of the 92nd Division in Italy." - James McBride, Author, Miracle at St. Anna 

 INSIDE BUFFALO tells the story of the "Buffalo Soldiers," an African-American combat unit that fought nazism in Italy during WWII and  battled  racism at home in the US. Director Fred Kuwornu reveals little-known aspects of the story, including details of the friendships forged  between African  American soldiers and the Italian partisan fighters and villagers they liberated from fascist rule. Featuring Vernon Baker, the  last living African-  American soldier awarded the Medal of Honor in WWII. Click here to view the trailer.

 Subject Area(s): Documentary, African American Studies, US History, Military History

 Runtime: 60 minutes   |   DVD Cat#: PRDVD1351   |   PPR: $299   |   SRP: $49.95   |   UPC: 885007104629

Lost and Found

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 LOST & FOUND

 "An excellent and timely film." - The Associated Press

 Fate and faith conspire to create a beautiful and surprising partnership between orphans targeted by the murderous militia of Joseph Kony and  hardcore  inmate-artists in an Oregon penitentiary. They are connected by two retired, small town America teachers who help the orphans and  inmates find  something they both had lost: hope. Their story will take your heart and not let go. Click here to view the trailer.

Subject Area(s): Documentary, African Studies, Youth, Community Organizing

 ​Rumtime: 59 Min.   |  DVD Cat#: prdvd2121   |   PPR: $199   |   UPC: 884501907361


Music By Prudence

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MUSIC BY PRUDENCE **Academy Award Winner

"A must see." - Entertainment Weekly

 In Zimbabwe, where disabled babies are often killed at birth, Prudence Mabhena not only survives but achieves social acceptance. In this Oscar  winning film, follow how Prudence and her Afro-fusion bandmates overcome diasbility to triumph over insurmountable odds.  Click here to  view the trailer.

Subject Area(s): Documentary, Gender, Women's Studies, African American Studies, Music, Disability

 Runtime: 111 Min.   |   DVD Cat#: PRDVD1585   |   PPR: $149

Black Greek Organizations

Delve into the world of the Black fraternities and sororities featuring members including Shaquille O'Neil, Sheryl Underwood, and Johnnie  Cochran. This compilation of historical and personal accounts highlights the pride and tradition that reigns throughout these communities.  Click here to view the trailer.

 Subject area(s): Documentary, Social Organizations, Community, African American Studies

 Runtime: 75 Min.   |   DVD Cat#: prdvd1589   |   PPR: $150   |   UPC: 931701165655

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