Robert Townsend Movies
- 1999

Taxman
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After a homocide that the police believe is over gasoline theft, a tax investigator discovers the Russian mafia is involved and that they are...
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- 2001

Carmen: A Hip Hopera
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An engaged Philadelphia policeman falls in love with a beautiful woman while dealing with a corrupt superior.
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- 1987

Hollywood Shuffle
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Aspiring actor and hot-dog stand employee Bobby Taylor catches the ire of his grandmother for auditioning for a role in the regrettably titled...
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- 2000

Sidney Poitier: One Bright Light
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Actor/director Sidney Poitier discusses his life and career. He tells of his upbringing in Jamaica; the difficulties he encountered in New York City...
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- 1989

That's Adequate
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This mockumentary about fictional movie studio Adequate Pictures boasts an interesting cast. Tony Randall hosts, and James CoCo (practically on his...
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- 2002

I Was a Teenage Faust
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15 year old Brendan Willy hates himself for being un-cool when he falls in love with the girl of his dreams. Enter Mr. Five, a no good tempter from...
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- 2008

Phantom Punch
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From his discovery by a priest while serving time at the Missouri State Penitentiary to the infamous 'Phantom Punch' by Cassius Clay which...
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- 1999

Joseph's Gift
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Joseph is the youngest member of a large family that owns a successful garment business in Los Angeles. His father, Jacob, makes no attempt at hiding...
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- 2000

Little Richard
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The story of Little Richard Penniman, from his poor Southern upbringing to dealing with the trials and tribulations of being a Black singer in the...
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- 1986

Odd Jobs
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Five college buddies start their own moving business only to find themselves tangling with sleazy competitors and the mob.
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- 1990

Robin Harris: One Night Stand
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American stand-up comedian Robin Harris performs his legendary comedic jokes as part of HBO's classic comedy series One Night Stand.
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- 1981

Senior Trip
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A group of graduating students from a midwestern high school comes to New York City on a trip to celebrate the impending end of school. The students...
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- 2012

In the Hive
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Sixteen-year-old Xtra Keys hopes to raise his son better than his boozy, razor-edged mother raised him, and he just might get his wish when he's...
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- 1999

From Behind Closed Doors
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Showtime's "In the 20th Century" is a millennium-related strand of feature-length documentaries in which famous directors take on major subjects of...
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- 2009

Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy
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Directors Robert Townsend and Quincy Newell offer this comprehensive and hilarious examination of the history, evolution and cultural significance of...
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- 2003

Black Listed
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Alan Chambers (Townsend) is a lawyer and sick of his job. He corrals his friends into forming a vigilante group. Everyone goes along with it at...
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- 1987

Uptown Comedy Express
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TV Special with a variety of comedians.
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- 2000

Livin' for Love: The Natalie Cole Story
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The true life story of famed singer Natalie Cole, daughter of Nat 'King' Cole. Gripping drama of her struggle with addiction and living in her...
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