Black and Blue
Sep 18, 2021 · 8m
Director
Rashid JohnsonOverview
On the surface, Black and Blue appears to be a “day in life” of a protagonist, played by Johnson. It begins with him waking up in bed and getting ready in the bathroom. Filmed in his home and featuring his family, Black and Blue takes its title from the Fats Waller jazz standard (popularized by Louis Armstrong), which can be heard in the video (played on the piano by Johnson’s son). The film is also connected to Johnson’s work and artistic practice, showing interspersed clips of his own as well as artworks by other Black artists (like Deana Lawson), books ( like Roy deCarava), and traditional African masks in his home.
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About Black and Blue
What is Black and Blue about?
On the surface, Black and Blue appears to be a “day in life” of a protagonist, played by Johnson. It begins with him waking up in bed and getting ready in the bathroom. Filmed in his home and featuring his family, Black and Blue takes its title from the Fats Waller jazz standard (popularized by Louis Armstrong), which can be heard in the video (played on the piano by Johnson’s son). The film is…
When was Black and Blue released?
Black and Blue was released on September 18, 2021.
How long is Black and Blue?
Black and Blue runs 8 minutes.
Who directed Black and Blue?
Black and Blue was directed by Rashid Johnson.
Who is in the cast of Black and Blue?
The cast of Black and Blue includes Rashid Johnson.