Director, actor, screenwriter, editor, composer and producer Melvin Van Peebles is perhaps best known for today’s film, the iconic SWEET SWEETBACK’S BAADASSSSS SONG (1971) – a watershed effort that heralded a new era of outspoken Black cinema upon its release. This landmark independent production – which Van Peebles funded privately – spoke unvarnished truth to...

Director, actor, screenwriter, editor, composer and producer Melvin Van Peebles is perhaps best known for today’s film, the iconic SWEET SWEETBACK’S BAADASSSSS SONG – celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.  HOW TO WATCH Where to stream SWEET SWEETBACK’S BAADASSSSS SONG SWEET SWEETBACK’S BAADASSSSS SONG - Reelgood GET THE LATEST FROM AFI MOVIE CLUB AFI Movie...