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BAADASSSSS! (2003)

BAADASSSSS! (2003)
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In 1971, filmmaker Melvin Van Peebles released his third film, Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song, which he wrote, directed, and scored. Despite boasting an all-black cast, an X rating, a low budget, and a decidedly non-Hollywood approach to moviemaking, the ground-breaking independent film went on to gross over ten million dollars while inspiring countless other films of the genre that would come to be called blaxploitation. Mario Van Peebles, the director's son, was 13 at the time and got his first taste of show business with a small role in the film. Over three decades later, the younger Van Peebles directed and co-wrote this film, in which he stars as his father. BAADASSSSS! chronicles the director's struggles to get the film made by highlighting the social roadblocks and production pitfalls Van Peebles faced, as well as the personal sacrifices he was forced to make. Also starring T.K. Carter, Ossie Davis, and Nia Long, BAADASSSSS! premiered at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival. ~ Matthew Tobey, Rovi

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Starring:
Mario Van Peebles
Director(s):
Mario Van Peebles
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Format(s):
DVD
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Synopsis of BAADASSSSS!

In 1971, filmmaker Melvin Van Peebles released his third film, Sweet Sweetback's Baadasssss Song, which he wrote, directed, and scored. Despite boasting an all-black cast, an X rating, a low budget, and a decidedly non-Hollywood approach to moviemaking, the ground-breaking independent film went on to gross over ten million dollars while inspiring countless other films of the genre that would come to be called blaxploitation. Mario Van Peebles, the director's son, was 13 at the time and got his first taste of show business with a small role in the film. Over three decades later, the younger Van Peebles directed and co-wrote this film, in which he stars as his father. BAADASSSSS! chronicles the director's struggles to get the film made by highlighting the social roadblocks and production pitfalls Van Peebles faced, as well as the personal sacrifices he was forced to make. Also starring T.K. Carter, Ossie Davis, and Nia Long, BAADASSSSS! premiered at the 2004 Sundance Film Festival. ~ Matthew Tobey, Rovi

Theatrical Feature Running Time:
108 mins

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Director(s):
Mario Van Peebles
Writer(s):
Dennis Haggerty, Mario Van Peebles
Producer(s):
Tobie Haggerty, Bruce Gillies, Mario Van Peebles
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R(Sexual Situations, Nudity, Not For Children, Profanity, Adult Situations)
Warning:  This product is intended for mature audiences only. It may contain violence, sexual content, drug abuse and/or strong language. You must be 17 or older to purchase it. By ordering this item you are certifying that you are at least 17 years of age.

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    KIRK Z.

    Great insight into making movies, race relations AND father/son relationships, make this a great movie on multiple levels. But don't seek out the original ("Sweet...") hoping for entertainment - it's as cheap and outdated as you would expect from a low budget movie made in 1971.

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    Lynda W.

    Actually received the wrong DVD, but watched it and was really amazed. Here's a story I was woefully unaware of. I had no idea of Mario Van Peeble's background. Here he gives us a loving retelling of his father's brilliant struggles in Hollywood when African Americans were still protrayed in very demeaning roles. Mario actually plays his father, Melvin Van Peebles, who in the early 70s envisioned and created a Black Theater with Black Heroes. A true revolutionary and artist. No Spike Lee without Melvin Van Peebles. Cheers to Mario for putting this important piece of American history out there.

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    Andy G.

    While Hollywood was content with making pictures that negatively depicted African Americans, Melvin Van Peebles decided to break this cultural norm and change the face of cinema. Similar to the passion seen in Melvin’s eyes when he is making his low-budget film, Mario portrays that exact same involvement when making this low-budget film. What I loved about this film is that there is so much raw, unbridled emotion behind Mario’s eyes that you can tell that he 1) loves his Dad and 2) wanted to show America the truth behind this innovator’s life. He shows the angry American, the independent talent, the powerful leader, and even the emotional parent. I would not be surprised if he is nominated for an Oscar this year. Finally, this is a very powerful film that speaks about a side of Hollywood that is less known. It shows how the boundaries of racism can be broken with imagination and persistence. I highly recommend this film.

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