Todd Boyd

Why We Laugh: Black Comedians on Black Comedy

Robert Townsend

Franklyn Ajaye, Angela Bassett

Directors Robert Townsend and Quincy Newell offer this comprehensive and hilarious examination of the history, evolution and cultural significance of African American comedy in America, from the earliest minstrel shows to the latest HBO special. Featuring interviews with cultural critics and loads of comedic clips, this program features appearances by a who's-who of black comedians including Chris Rock, Bill Cosby, Whoopi Goldberg and many more.

Runnin' Rebels of UNLV

George Roy

Liev Schreiber, Larry Johnson

From 1973 to 1992, the hottest action in Las Vegas was the University of Nevada, Las Vegas men's basketball team and their controversial coach Jerry Tarkanian. Led by 'Tark the Shark' and a rotating group of future NBA stars, the team became a dynasty as they went on to four NCAA Final Fours, winning one NCAA title in 1990, before collapsing in scandal and controversy.

Blood Brothers: Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali

Marcus A. Clarke

Malcolm X, Muhammad Ali

From a chance meeting to a tragic fallout, Malcolm X and Muhammad Ali's extraordinary bond cracks under the weight of distrust and shifting ideals.

Turning Up the Heat: Movie Making in the 60's

Norman Jewison, Walter Mirisch

Documentary featuring interviews with director Norman Jewison and others providing an in-depth look at the production of the 1967 film IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT.

Quincy Jones: Breaking New Sound

Quincy Jones, Herbie Hancock

Documentary about the writing and recording of Quincy Jones' score for Norman Jewison's 1967 film IN THE HEAT OF THE NIGHT.