Moonlight
This powerful coming-of-age film tells the story of a young Black man's epic journey to adulthood, guided by the support of the Miami community that raised him. A stunning cinematic feat in every possible way, Moonlight won several Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Writing.
Slumdog Millionaire
This romantic drama stars Dev Patel in his breakout role as 18-year-old Jamal Malik. Through a series of flashbacks, Jamal recalls his difficult upbringing on the streets of Mumbai, and how he ended up where he is today thanks to the Indian version of "Who Wants to Be a Millionaire." The film is a loose adaptation of the novel Q&A by Vikas Swarup.
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