Leslie Small Movies

Amidst claims that the African-American family unit is slowly deteriorating, filmmaker Leslie Small sets out to explore how the role of black women in the family has evolved as the population of black males continues to diminish. Inspired by the musical stage play of the same name, Small's film follows three women as they battle temptation and contend with their personal demons while waging a valiant battle to maintain happy, healthy relationships. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Comedian Eddie Griffin brings his edgy brand of stand-up comedy to the stage in this performance captured before a live audience. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Topical standup comedian Sheryl Underwood brings her unique brand of adult comedy to the stage in this brutally honest performance featuring her hilarious observations of everyday life. In addition to her diverse background which includes a stint in the Armed Forces, a job as radio show hostess, and acting roles in such popular comedies as Beauty Shop and Bulworth, Underwood's status as host of BET's popular Comic View has elevated her to one of the most recognizable women in comedy. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Blood may be thicker than water, but it doesn't hold a candle to hairspray, as we learn in this urban comedy. Angela (Kellita Smith) is a successful hairdresser who operates her own salon based in Los Angeles. One day, Angela gets an unexpected visit from her sister Peaches (Mo'Nique), who runs a beauty shop of her own in Baltimore. The family reunion turns out to not be as happy as Angela may have hoped -- Peaches is trying to stay a step ahead of IRS agents who want to collect 50,000 dollars in back taxes, while also avoiding Marcella (Gina Torres), a fellow hair stylist who wants to take over Peaches' shop. Despite their differences, Angela and Peaches join forces in hopes of finding a way to get the bill paid and take Marcella out of the picture. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide

Three couples crowded into a Philadelphia brownstone attempt to live together without losing their minds in this filmed performance of David E. Talbert's popular stage play. It seems that the romance in all three couples' relationships has hit the skids, and Monique Graham's (Deborah Cox) displeasure with her commitment-phobic boyfriend Anthony (Mel Jackson) is only the beginning of the romantic woes. Single mother Epiphany (Joi Campbell) is hard-pressed when forced to make a choice between her current boyfriend, Reggie (Chico Benymon), or her precocious six-year-old son, Man Man (Robbie Lewis Jr). And speaking of epiphanies, Ms. Willanetta's (Cassi Davis) recent religious experience has forced her to question her relationship with Renzo (Buddy Lewis), a man with whom she has been romantically involved with for over a decade. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

Former Def Comedy Jam host Joe Torry is joined by brother and fellow comic Guy Torry for a pair of comedy performances that keep the laughs flowing in this release that proves once and for all that funny runs in the family. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide

This edition of the Platinum Comedy Series features the talented comedian Bruce Bruce. Best known as one of the hosts of BET's Comic View, Bruce struts his stuff over the course of this hour-long performance during which he showcases his wit and, during a section where he engages the audience in conversation, his improvisational skills. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide

Riot Pictures and Urban Works present Uncovered: The Series - K-Ci & JoJo, the first in the series of Uncovered music documentaries. The documentary traces the careers of K-Ci and JoJo from their days with R&B group Jodeci to their career as a duo and finally to their reunion with Jodeci in 2001. This program features footage of the reunited Jodeci in the studio, as well as live performances, interviews, and music videos. Distributed by Ventura Distribution, the presentation was released in 2001. ~ Matthew Tobey, All Movie Guide

Andre Benjamin (aka Dré 3000) and Antwan Patton (aka Big Boi) are Outkast, the Atlanta-based rap crew whose sometimes witty, sometimes hard-hitting, and often heartfelt rhymes blend with their rich, ambitious musical backdrops, and the results have made them one of the most acclaimed acts in hip-hop. This installment in the documentary series Uncovered looks at Outkast's decade-long career and rise to success. This video features interviews with the duo, footage that offers a backstage look at their recent concert tour, and several of the group's video clips, including "Ms. Jackson," "So Fresh, So Clean," "Player's Ball," and "Rosa Parks." ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide