
Celebrate Black History Month with these great films, all of which capture the black American experience and can be enjoyed by the entire family. Each film -- whether it be comedic, romantic or animated -- tells a story filled with plenty of themes that will draw you in emotionally and keep you entertained.

Directed by Doug Atchison, this inspirational film stars Keke Palmer as a young girl from Los Angeles trying to make it to the Scripps National Spelling Bee. Angela Bassett and Laurence Fishburne, who co-starred in 'Boyz N the Hood' and 'What's Love Got to Do With It,' united for the third time to play Keke's mother and her mentor, respectively.
Appropriate for Ages: All ages

Based on the true story of Chris Gardner, Will Smith and his son Jaden star in this blockbuster family drama about a struggling salesman who takes custody of his son as he's poised to begin a life-changing professional endeavor. Directed by Gabriele Muccino, the film also stars Thandie Newton. Smith earned both a Golden Globe and Academy Award nomination for his work in the film.
Appropriate for Ages: All ages


The Pursuit of Happyness
Life is a struggle for single father Chris Gardner (Will Smith). Evicted from their apartment, he and... Read More
Akeelah and the Bee
Akeelah, an 11-year-old girl living in South Los Angeles, discovers she has a talent for spelling, which... Read More
The Princess and the Frog
Hardworking and ambitious, Tiana (Anika Noni Rose) dreams of one day opening the finest restaurant in... Read More