In a Big Year For African American Movies, ‘Big Words’ Is the Underdog You Should See
Movies about African American experiences have always been in the minority, but this year’s slate of potential Oscar contenders provide a startling counter-example: From the newly released police violence drama “Fruitvale Station” to Lee Daniels’ upcoming “The Butler,” Steve McQueen’s “12 Years a Slave” and “Black Nativity,” there’s a vast array of black movies with a lot on their minds and the …