The West Wing Weekly

← The West Wing Weekly22 Oct 2024 · 51 min

Judas and the Black Messiah

Judas and the Black Messiah22 Oct 202451 min

What's more terrifying in Martin Sheen's depiction of J. Edgar Hoover—the racism, or the makeup?! We discuss ALL the important aspects of this cat-and-mouse thriller, which was nominated for six Oscars, including Best Picture, and won two: Best Screenplay and Best Supporting Actor for Daniel Kaluuya.

For additional viewing:

The Lucas Brothers

William O'Neal's full interview for Eyes on the Prize II

Hoover and Sheen-as-Hoover, side by side:

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