The Screen Raised Us

Are you bored and need something to watch during the nation's Stay At Home order? We have a nice variety of recommendations from Kid movies, Reality TV, Comedy shows, Dramas, Documentaries, Action and Comedy Films. Most of the recommendations can be found on Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, HBO, KweliTV, Crackle to name a few. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ill-hio-productions/support

Rahim and Anton are on a quarantine break debating the Blaxploitation genre and its impact on films today. Listen to the debate they have on Superfly and The Mack. Which of these two films were more popular? What impact did the music/the soundtrack play in the success of Blaxploitation films? Finally, find out what shows the fellas are currently watching. If you're a fan of Shaft, Sweet Sweetback's BadAss Song, Foxy Brown, The Mack, Superfly and Dolemite then this episode is for you. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ill-hio-productions/support

Anton Deshawn and Rahim Branch share their favorite Villains from Film and TV. Tune in to hear if we named some of your favorites. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ill-hio-productions/support

Rahim Branch and Anton Deshawn give their take on the biggest snubs in Oscar history, from both a nomination and award perspective. We start off discussing the 2020 snubs. Then we go down memory lane discussing The Color Purple, Stanly Kubrick, Do The Right Thing, Samuel L. Jackson, Denzel Washington, Eddie Murphy, Leonardo DiCaprio, Pulp Fiction, Shawshank Redemption and many more. Follow our Facebook page @Thescreenraisedsu Email us at: thescreenraisedus@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ill-hio-productions/support

What are Spike Lee's top 5 films? Anton Deshawn and Rahim Branch give their top 5 Spike Lee films and each guy gives their reason for the ranking. Take a listen and see if any of your favorite Spike Lee films made the list and if so where did it rank? Give your thoughts on each list by sending us an email at thescreenraisedus@gmail.com (Don't forget to tell us where you're from) or visit our facebook page at The Screen Raised Us. Enjoy the episode. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ill-hio-productions/support

Hosts- Anton Deshawn and Rahim Branch pay tribute to one of their favorite filmmakers, the legendary John Singleton. John passed away back in April 2019. The guys discuss Boyz N The Hood, Poetic Justice, Higher Learning, Rosewood, Shaft and Baby Boy. Also, Anton discusses John's last project, the TV show- Snowfall, which just released completed their 3rd season. Shockingly, Rahim still hasn't seen the show (Shame on him). Hit the Play button and find out why. Contact us at: thescreenraisedus@gmail.com Let us know where you're from and your thoughts on the show. Thanks for listening. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ill-hio-productions/support

Hollywood, can you please create something original? The world would be a better place without another version of Batman, Fantastic Four, Godzilla, King Kong, Set It Off, Home Alone, New Jack City to name a few. Rahim Branch and Anton Deshawn give their thoughts on the House Party and New Jack City remakes being done. The fellas discuss rumors of Love Jones, Friday and other possible films being remade. Finally, Rahim and Anton each gives their one film they wouldn't mind seeing getting remade. Both fellas selected films from the 80's. Rahim's selection might surprise you. Listeners: Feel free to send us an email (thescreenraisedus@gmail.com) on your thoughts of the show so far, send any show suggestions and don't forget to let us know where you're from. Email us at: thescreenraisedus@gmail.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ill-hio-productions/support

What does Ice- T, 2pac, DMX, Ludacris, Master P, Ice Cube, LL Cool J, Queen Latifah, Eve, T.I., Common, Snoop Dogg, Bow Wow (just to name a few) all have in common? All have transition from Rap music to Acting. Hosts Rahim Branch and Anton Deshawn give their Top 5 Rap (Hip-Hop) Actors of All Time. Will any of the above artists mentioned in this description make the list? Tune in to find out. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ill-hio-productions/support

The debut episode of The Screen Raised Us pays tribute to the legendary comedic actor, John Witherspoon. Take a listen as the hosts - Anton Deshawn & Rahim Branch discuss the greatness of John Witherspoon. There's a debate on what movie role was John's true breakout. Also, we discuss his unforgettable catchphrases and his impact on the small screen (TV). Last but not least we ask the question, could John Witherspoon been a leading man in a film? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ill-hio-productions/support