How Black and Asian Audiences Found Justice in 1970s Films
Black Kung Fu films reigned in the 1970s – a fusion of Blaxploitation and Kung Fu where protagonists took justice into their own hands…in style! These films were wildly popular, a welcome response to the anger many people felt against societal injustice. What was happening in the 70s that led to the growth of Black films and the popularity of Hong Kong Kung Fu flicks? In this episode, we’ll unpack the history of how Black Kung Fu films became a sensation and why their themes are making a return today. #HistoriansTake
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How Black and Asian Audiences Found Justice in 1970s Films
How Black and Asian Audiences Found Justice in 1970s Films
Black Kung Fu films reigned in the 1970s – a fusion of Blaxploitation and Kung Fu where protagonists took justice into their own hands…in style! These films were wildly popular, a welcome response to the anger many people felt against societal injustice. What was happening in the 70s that led to the growth of Black films and the popularity of Hong Kong Kung Fu flicks? In this episode, we’ll unpack the history of how Black Kung Fu films became a sensation and why their themes are making a return today. #HistoriansTake
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