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5 Writing Lessons From Spike Lee
As a filmmaker, I perceive Spike Lee’s films as his acts of rebellion against corruption in society—something I love and ...
Spike Lee felt “depressed” while making ‘Malcolm X’. The critically acclaimed biographical film has since become one of cinema’s most important works, despite the immense personal ...
Spike Lee's films are cultural dynamite—explosive works that detonate with unmistakable style and substance. As a filmmaker who writes or co-writes most of his projects, Lee crafts a visual language ...
From her breakthrough in “Jungle Fever” to her powerful performances in “Malcolm X” and the “Bad Boys” series, Theresa Randle ...
Film Director Spike Lee sat for an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, which was published on May 6, 2025. During the conversation, Spike was asked if his 1992 movie Malcolm X would be "doable ...
Spike Lee looked back on the tolls of trying to complete his 1992 biographical epic Malcolm X, revealing that the period was the most depressed he has ever been.
Another glowing review stated: "Spike Lee struggled mightily to get 'Malcolm X' made, both financially and artistically. "But when all was said and done, he produced an epic blockbuster and a ...
At a Cannes press conference for his new film “Highest 2 Lowest” on Tuesday, Spike Lee reflected on his five collaborations with Denzel Washington — and said he should have won the best ...
In his book exploring the cultural hold that the activist continues to have decades after his death, journalist Mark Whitaker examines the artistic choices made by Spike Lee and Denzel Washington ...
Spike Lee thinks Denzel Washington should have won the best actor Oscar for 'Malcolm X' over Al Pacino, but means 'no disrespect.' ...