Welcome to the enchanting world of “The American Society of Magical Negroes (2024)”! Step behind the curtain and discover the magic that goes into creating this groundbreaking film, directed by Kobi Libii and featuring a star-studded cast including Justice Smith, David Alan Grier, An-Li Bogan, Rupert Friend, Drew Tarver, Michela Watkins, and Nicole Byer.
Join us as we take you on a journey through the making of this captivating story that promises to challenge conventions and captivate audiences everywhere. Get ready to be spellbound!
The American Society of Magical Negroes (2024) Behind the Scenes
The Story
Written, directed and produced by Kobi Libii (Koe-bee Luh-BEE) alongside producers Julia Lebedev, Eddie Vaisman and Angel Lopez, THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MAGICAL NEGROES is a fresh, satirical comedy inspired by the “magical negro” cinematic trope popularized in American cinema and television throughout the 20th Century and first named and criticized by filmmaker Spike Lee. Flipping the trope on its head, THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MAGICAL NEGROES follows a young man, Aren, who is recruited into a secret society of magical Black people who dedicate their lives to a cause of utmost importance: making white people more comfortable.
Although initially enamored with his new powers, Aren begins to question the value of using supernatural means to do the very thing he’s felt obligated to do his whole life.
Genres: Comdey, Fantasy
Starring: Justice Smith, David Alan Grier, An-Li Bogan, Rupert Friend, Drew Tarver, Michela Watkins, Nicole Byer
Directed By Kobi Libii
Produced By Julia Lebedev, p.g.a. Eddie Vaisman, p.g.a. Angel Lopez, p.g.a. Kobi Libii, p.g.a
Executive Produced By Mike Upton, Oren Moverman, Leonid Lebedev
