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Roger introduces Aren to The American Society of Magical Negroes, a group aiming to safeguard African Americans by appeasing white individuals. Aren witnesses historical acts of reassurance by Black men towards whites, embodying the Society's mission. Under Roger's mentorship, Aren helps a shy white police officer gain confidence at a dance club.
Flipping the trope on its head, THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MAGICAL NEGROES follows a young man, Aren, who is recruited into a secret society of magical Black people who dedicate their lives...
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- Kobi Libii
- PG-13
- Justice Smith
Mar 15, 2024 · March 15, 20246:01 AM ET. Aisha Harris. Enlarge this image. Aren (Justice Smith) and Roger (David Alan Grier) in The American Society of Magical Negroes. Focus Features. Lately, I've...
Jan 20, 2024 · The feature debut from writer/director Kobi Libii is a wild satirical swing about a secret organization of Black people whose sole job is to put white people at ease. It lacks form, edge, politics, coherency, and the grand vision necessary for vast world building.
Mar 13, 2024 · The American Society of Magical Negroes takes a humorous jab at the “magical negro” trope - literally. Starring Justice Smith ( Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves) and David Alan...
- Kobi Libii
- Senior Resource Writer
- Justice Smith
Mar 28, 2024 · The American Society of Magical Negroes asks audiences to question why the “Magical Negro” trope exists in the first place, and the forms in which that trope continues to exist...
Watch the trailer, find screenings & book tickets for The American Society Of Magical Negroes on the official site. In theaters March 22 2024 brought to you by Focus Features. Directed by: Kobi Libii. Starring: Justice Smith, David Alan Grier, An-Li Bogan, Drew Tarver, Michaela Watkins, Rupert Friend, Nicole Byer.
