Streetwalkin'
Cookie is a teen runaway who escapes her abusive stepfather and heads for the Big Apple with her younger brother. When she arrives at the Port Authority bus terminal, Cookie meets a charming but sadistic pimp named Duke. With nowhere to go, Cookie is soon working for Duke, who introduces her to the harsh, brutal life of being a prostitute.
Bessie
The story of legendary blues performer, Bessie Smith, who rose to fame during the 1920s and '30s.
First Born
Laura's expecting. Her husband, Steven's a loving guy but has little time for her. Her mom lives thousands of miles away. Forced to give up on her dreams, she's always been a bit edgy. A C-section drives her over the edge, making her see things in a different light. A creepy babysitter doesn't make things any better. She begins seeing things, trusts no one, as she goes into self-destruct mode.
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Joan Freeman
Director
Annie Golden
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Phoebe
Khandi Alexander
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Star
Queen Latifah
as
Bessie Smith
Oliver Platt
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Carl Van Vechten
Tika Sumpter
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Lucille
Elisabeth Shue
as
Laura
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