This week on Geek Girl Soup, Susan, Kelly, and Cort dive deep into the Apple TV+ two-part documentary Number One on the Call Sheet. The series honors Black excellence in Hollywood, focusing on the journeys of Black leading men and women who’ve redefined what it means to be at the top. From Eddie Murphy’s early meteoric rise to Angela Bassett’s powerhouse presence, this episode is all about spotlighting the trailblazers who’ve shaped the culture.

We reflect on:

How representation on screen (and behind it) has changed over the decades

The painful beauty of Black women’s stories in Hollywood

What it really means to be number one on the call sheet

Standout moments from the documentary, including tributes to Chadwick Boseman and the legendary Halle Berry Oscar moment

A few standout quotes:

“A gun might stop a life, but a gun can’t stop the stories.” – Alfre Woodard

“I felt safe for the first time on set when all the hair and makeup people were Black.” – Tiffany Haddish

Plus, we touch on Denzel’s modern-day Othello, the tragic legacy of Richard Chamberlain, and our usual buffet of current watches and recommendations!

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Original music by Garrett Thompson

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