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NOPE: Spoiler-Free Recommendations
- Alex B.
- Monday, August 08, 2022
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Enjoyed Jordan Peele's NOPE? Get abducted by these materials too!

Ancient Aliens. Season 13
Published in 2021
Join Giorgio Tsoukalos and other ancient astronaut theorists as they continue their search for evidence of extraterrestrial contact in the distant past as well as the present. From Tibet, Chile, and the Mediterranean to the iconic UFO site of Roswell to the Pleiades star cluster, this season travels to the far reaches of the globe and beyond to delve into mankind's origins, mysterious government organizations, and the secrets of the universe, all to finally find out if we are alone in the universe, or if extraterrestrial forces have been aiding and guiding us all along.

Candyman
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Published in 2021
Oscar® winner Jordan Peele and filmmaker Nia DaCosta unleash a fresh take on the blood-chilling urban legend: Candyman. For decades, the housing projects of Chicago's Cabrini-Green were terrorized by a ghost story about a supernatural, hook handed killer. In present day, an artist (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II) begins to explore the macabre history of Candyman, not knowing it would unravel his sanity and unleash a terrifying wave of violence that puts him on a collision course with destiny.

Django Unchained
Published in 2013
Django, a former slave turned hired gun, heads back to the plantation to free his wife, Broomhilda, from the tyrannical plantation owner Calvin Candie, with the help of a German bounty hunter, Dr. King Shultz.

Get out
Published in 2017
A young black man meets his white girlfriend's parents at their estate, only to find out that the situation is much more sinister than it appears.

Queen & Slim
Published in 2020
While on a forgettable first date together in Ohio, a black man and a black woman are pulled over for a minor traffic infraction. The situation escalates, with sudden and tragic results, when the man kills the police officer in self-defense. Terrified and in fear for their lives, the man, a retail employee, and the woman, a criminal defense lawyer, are forced to go on the run. But the incident is captured on video and goes viral, and the couple unwittingly becomes a symbol of trauma.

That's Black Entertainment. Celebrating Legendary Black Westerns
Published in 2007
Part 2 explores the Black underground film industry featuring footage from the 1920s through the 1950s. Features respected western actor Bill Pickett, who starred in the firest Black western, "The bull dogger" in 1921. Also represented is Herbert Jeffries, also know as The Bronze Buckaroo and the first cinematic Black cowboy star.

The Twilight Zone. Season One (2019.
Published in 2020
Enter another dimension with Jordan Peele and Simon Kinberg|s modern take on the all-time classic. Hosted by Academy Award and Emmy Award winner Jordan Peele, each of these ten Season One episodes of the CBS All Access original series is its own mesmerizing, mind-bending journey into another dimension. Featuring contemporary, socially conscious storytelling, standout cast members.

Us
Published in 2019
Haunted by trauma from her past and compounded by a string of eerie coincidences, Adelaide grows increasingly certain that something bad is going to befall her family. After spending a tense beach day with their friends, Adelaide and her family return to their vacation home. When darkness falls, the Wilsons discover the silhouette of four figures holding hands as they stand in the driveway. The endearing American family faces doppelgangers of themselves.

The Wizard of Oz
Published in 2013
The charming film based on the popular L.Frank Baum novel, Dorothy and her dog Toto, are caught in a tornado's path and somehow end up in the land of Oz. Here she encounters some memorable friends and foes in her journey to meet the Wizard of Oz who everyone says can help her return home and possibly grant her new friends their goals of a brain, heart and courage.

The X Files. The Complete First Season.
Published in 2006
Contains all 23 first season episodes plus the pilot. 20 Behind the truth segments and 12 interviews with Chris Carter. Paranormal and alien abductions trivia and weblinks.

Horses
Published in 2008
An eminent photographer presents over 200 photos of horses from around the world.

Footnotes
The Black Artists Who Rewrote the Rules of the Great White Way
Published in 2021
"For readers of Hidden Figures and Something Wonderful, Footnotes is the story of New York in the roaring twenties and the first Broadway show with an all-Black cast and creative team to achieve success-and its impact on our popular culture. Amidst a culture actively whitewashing, controlling, or trying to prevent their stories from being told, these artists changed the course of American entertainment. This groundbreaking group of performers and the creators (including composer Eubie Blake and lyricist Noble Sissle) sowed the seeds of the Harlem jazz scene and paved the way for people of color on stage and screen, ultimately leading to productions such as West Side Story, Black Panther, and of course, Hamilton"-- Provided by publisher.


The Geek's Guide to SF Cinema
30 Key Films That Revolutionised the Genre
Published in 2018
"Why do SF movies matter? What do they tell us about the interests of storytellers and the changing tastes of cinema-goers? How have sci-fi movies evolved with filmmaking technology over the past 110 years? The Geek's Guide To SF Cinema: 30 Key Films That Changed that Changed the Genre provides an entertaining and in-depth history of the science fiction genre's pivotal and most influential movies. From the pioneering films of Georges Melies to such blockbusters as Avatar and Inception in the 21st century, the book will explore how these key movies were made, how they reflected the mood of the time in which they were released, and how they've influenced other filmmakers in the years since.Historians and experts contribute to answer questions such as: 'How important was Fritz Lang's contribution to cinema?' and 'What did Alien say about the cynical climate of the 1970s?' Providing nostalgia for long-time SF addicts and context for those whose knowledge and love of the genre is still growing, this is a pop-culture book with depth."-- Provided by publisher.

I Don't Belong to You
Quiet the Noise and Find Your Voice
Published in 2017
"A sometimes serious, often hilarious, and always inspiring guide that encourages young women to live a life full of ownership, confidence, and freedom from singer and popular Scream Queens and Grease Live! actress Keke Palmer, delightfully illustrated in four color with Keke's favorite inspirational quotes, journal entries, and memes. As a successful singer, actress, and talk show host, Keke has always used her huge social media following as a platform for real talk about the issues that matter to her generation, but now she is speaking out candidly and for the first time about the secrets, struggles, and practices that have guided her to succeed. On the surface, it may appear that Keke has it made, but under the success, she has grappled with the same issues all young women wrestle with--identity, pressure, self-worth, love, sexuality, heartbreak, and family. With this in mind, she created I Don't Belong To You--an inspirational guide that encourages young women to change their mindset and live with more freedom, confidence, and love as they navigate the rough terrain of the twenty-first century. Full of revealing stories from Keke's personal and professional life, this book tackles twelve topics--sexuality, race, anxiety, success, bullying, and body image to name a few--with refreshing honesty. Within each chapter is a personal interview with one of the many people that have inspired and motivated her, including Serena Williams, Drake, Nicki Minaj, and Lee Daniels; quotes, texts, song lyrics, and funny memes that have inspired her; and practices that can help you stay on a path of always growing, never grown. With a voice of empathy, tough love, and determination, Keke speaks about the challenges and triumphs she has experienced on her journey to finding her own voice and creating a beautiful life. I Don't Belong To You is the motivation you need to move past pain and fear to lead a life full of creativity, spirituality, passion, and unlimited success"-- Provided by publisher.