Mackin’, Hangin’, and Growing Up: The Legacy of The Wood
Description
What does it mean to grow up Black, goofy, and just trying to see who can get the most numbers? This week, I revisit one of my all-time favorite films, The Wood, and the layers Rick Famuyiwa gave us in his 1999 ode to brotherhood and coming-of-age 🙌🏾. Let’s go to The Wood!
TIMESTAMPS:
00:20 – Introduction to The Cinematic Soul and The Wood
03:16 – Cultural Reception & Impact
07:47 – The Journey of Rick Famuyiwa
13:38 – USC Film School Legacy & Black Cali Directors
18:43 – The Bet: Dares and Dumb Decisions
30:19 – Real-Life Reflections: “Don’t Say My Name, Homie!”
39:11 – Cinematography, Soundtrack & the Warm Glow of Nostalgia
46:12 – The Legacy of The Wood and Giving Flowers
51:17 – Final Thoughts & Outro
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