August 9, 2024
THE WIZ (1978) – AFI Movie Club
Featuring editing by the legendary Dede Allen and an uncredited musical appearance from the great Quincy Jones – both recipients of the AFI Honorary Degree – director Sidney Lumet’s THE WIZ (1978) features a spirited spin on a cinematic and literary classic, re-imagining the timeless story for a new generation with an all-star, all African...
February 4, 2022
AFI Movie Club: LADY SINGS THE BLUES
Featuring Diana Ross in her Oscar®-nominated feature debut, LADY SINGS THE BLUES (1972) is an unflinching look at the life of legendary singer Billie Holiday – co-starring AFI Trustee Emeritus Billy Dee Williams as Holiday’s husband. HOW TO WATCH Where to stream LADY SINGS THE BLUES LADY SINGS THE BLUES - Reelgood GET THE LATEST...
August 15, 2020
AFI Movie Club: THE WIZ
THE WIZ, a reimagining of THE WIZARD OF OZ that updates the story to 1970s Harlem, features the talents of editor Dede Allen and music supervisor Quincy Jones – both AFI Honorary Degree recipients. Click Here to Find Out How to Watch THE WIZ Now THE WIZ – Reelgood Watch THE WIZ music supervisor and arranger…
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