Monday, December 9, 2024

Tag: X Mayo

Blackening, The (2022)*

Melvin Gregg as King, Grace Byers as Allison, Antoinette Robertson as Lisa, Sinqua Walls as Nnamdi, Jermaine Fowler as Clifton, Dewayne Perkins as Dewayne, and Xochitl Mayo as Shanika in The Blackening. Photo Credit: Glen Wilson

Title: The Blackening
Rating: R
Directed by: Tim Story
Written by: Tracy Oliver and Dewayne Perkins
Starring: Grace Byers, Jermaine Fowler, Melvin Gregg, X Mayo, Dewayne Perkins, Antoinette Robertson, Sinqua Walls, Jay Pharoah, and Yvonne Orji
Release Date: 6/16/2023
Running Time: 96 minutes

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What did you think of this film?

Centers around a group of Black friends who reunite for a Juneteenth weekend getaway only to find themselves trapped in a remote cabin with a twisted killer. Forced to play by his rules, the friends soon realize this ain’t no motherfu**in’ game.


Are There Any Extras During The Credits? Yes

during the credits
First we see the survivors are trying to figure out what to do now that they’ve survived the night. Someone suggests calling the police. After a moment, they all laugh and think of another solution. Next we find Dewayne going over his idea of calling the firemen because “they won’t shoot you.” We hear sirens approaching, and then the group is hit by a stream of water from a firehose.

Are There Any Extras After The Credits? No

Is this stinger worth waiting around for? NoYes (No Ratings Yet)
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Note: A 10-minute game show with the cast, writers, and director participating to see “Who’s The Blackest” was shown after the credits in screenings for this film. It is unclear on if this will be shown in the theatrical release.

Special thanks to Frank for this submission