Cast: Mo'Nique

Direction Lee Daniels

Cast Gabourey Sidibe · Mo'Nique · Paula Patton · Mariah Carey

Synopsis Precious (2009) follows the harrowing journey of Clareece 'Precious' Jones, a young woman living in Harlem who is burdened by multiple challenges. At just 16, she is already pregnant with her second child, both times fathered by her own father....

Direction Dee Rees

Cast Queen Latifah · Michael Kenneth Williams · Tika Sumpter · Mo'Nique

Synopsis Bessie (TV) (2015) delves into the captivating journey of the iconic blues artist, Bessie Smith, as she ascends to stardom during the vibrant eras of the 1920s and 1930s. The film chronicles her remarkable rise to fame, highlighting her profound...

Direction Ernest R. Dickerson

Cast Danny Glover · Whoopi Goldberg · Mo'Nique · Zachary Simmons Glover

Synopsis Good Fences (TV) (2003) explores the complexities of racial dynamics and personal identity when a Black family relocates to an affluent, predominantly white suburb in the 1970s. Tom Spader, a driven African American attorney played by Emmy nominee Danny Glover,...

Direction Patrik-Ian Polk

Cast Julian Walker · Mo'Nique · Isaiah Washington · Kevin Allesee

Synopsis Blackbird (2014) follows the journey of a budding vocalist who grapples with his sexual identity and the societal pressures within a tight-knit Southern Baptist town. As he navigates the complexities of adolescence, he faces challenges from both his peers and...

Direction Tony Scott

Cast Keira Knightley · Mickey Rourke · Edgar Ramirez · Delroy Lindo

Synopsis Domino (2005) chronicles the extraordinary journey of Domino Harvey, the daughter of renowned actor Laurence Harvey. The film delves into her transformation from a promising Ford model to a daring bounty hunter, showcasing her unique path and the challenges she...

Direction Lee Daniels

Cast Cuba Gooding Jr. · Helen Mirren · Stephen Dorff · Vanessa Ferlito

Synopsis Shadowboxer (2005) follows Rose, a contract killer battling terminal cancer, as she takes on her last assignment alongside her partner and stepson, Mikey. Targeting Vickie, the wife of an underground crime lord, Rose experiences a sudden change of heart and...

Direction David E. Talbert

Cast Gabrielle Union · Danny Glover · Romany Malco · Omar Epps

Synopsis Almost Christmas (2016) follows the story of a troubled family uniting for their inaugural holiday season after the loss of their matriarch. As they come together, they must navigate their individual struggles and collective grief, hoping to find solace and...

Direction Mark Brown

Cast Vivica A. Fox · Morris Chestnut · Anthony Anderson · Wendy Raquel Robinson

Synopsis Two Can Play That Game (2001) follows Shanté, a woman renowned among her friends for her prowess in relationships. When her boyfriend leaves her for her longstanding rival, Conny, Shanté devises a meticulous ten-day strategy to win him back. As...

Direction Jay Chandrasekhar

Cast Erik Stolhanske · Paul Soter · Jay Chandrasekhar · Steve Lemme

Synopsis Beerfest (2006) follows the journey of American siblings Todd and Jan Wolfhouse, portrayed by Erik Stolhanske and Paul Soter, who embark on a trip to Germany to honor their grandfather by scattering his ashes at Oktoberfest. Their adventure takes an...

Direction Courtney Glaude

Cast Mo'Nique · Charnele Brown · Courtney Glaude · Sara Alavi

Synopsis The Reading (2023) follows Emma Leeden, a recently widowed author portrayed by Mo'Nique, as she shares the harrowing tale of her family's tragic demise due to a brutal home invasion in her latest book, "Invasion." To boost publicity, Emma consents...

Direction Lee Daniels

Cast Andra Day · Glenn Close · Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor · Mo'Nique

Synopsis The Deliverance (2024) follows a family residing in an Indiana home as they encounter bizarre and terrifying, demonic events. These chilling occurrences lead them and their community to believe that the house serves as a gateway to hell.

Direction Malcolm D. Lee

Cast Martin Lawrence · James Earl Jones · Louis C.K. · Margaret Avery

Synopsis Welcome Home Roscoe Jenkins (2008) follows the journey of a renowned talk show host who bids farewell to the bustling city of Los Angeles to reconnect with his loved ones in the heart of the Deep South. This heartwarming comedy-drama...

Direction Nnegest Likke

Cast Mo'Nique · Eric Roberts · Jack Noseworthy · Jimmy Jean-Louis

Synopsis Phat Girlz (2006) follows the journey of Jazmin Biltmore (Mo'Nique), a witty and ambitious fashion designer who, along with her curvy friends, grapples with societal pressures and self-acceptance in a world that often prioritizes slim figures. Their lives take an...

Direction Jessy Terrero

Cast Kevin Hart · Tom Arnold · Method Man · Snoop Dogg

Synopsis Soul Plane (2004) follows the journey of Nashawn Wade, who, after enduring a deeply embarrassing incident on an airplane, decides to take legal action against the airline. His lawsuit results in a substantial settlement. With his newfound wealth, Nashawn sets...

Direction L. Frazier

Cast Mo'Nique

Direction John Eyres

Cast Dudley Sutton · Eddie Griffin · Anna Friel · Mo'Nique

Direction Steve Purcell

Cast Adele Givens · Laura Hayes · Mo'Nique · Sommore

Synopsis The Queens of Comedy (2001) presents a vibrant and unapologetic look into the world of stand-up comedy as four dynamic African American women take the stage at the historic Orpheum Theater in Memphis, Tennessee. Known for their bold and irreverent...

Direction Pearl Jr.

Cast Michael Jackson · Fantasia Barrino · Ashford · Jermaine Jackson

Synopsis Michael Jackson: The Trial and Triumph of the King of Pop (2009) delves into the most contentious chapters of Michael Jackson's life, offering an unfiltered look at the final 17 years of his career. The film explores the legal battles,...

Direction Robert Townsend

Cast Bill Cosby · Eddie Griffin · Steve Harvey · Faizon Love

Synopsis Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy (2009) explores the rich history and evolution of Black comedy through a blend of archival footage, interviews with prominent comedians, and insightful commentary. The documentary delves into the origins of Black humor,...

Direction DJ Pooh

Cast Brian Hooks · N'Bushe Wright · Faizon Love · Dean Norris

Synopsis 3 Strikes (2000) follows the journey of a man, portrayed by Brian Hooks, who has recently been freed from prison. The narrative unfolds against the backdrop of a new state policy known as the "3 strikes" rule, which imposes severe...