A Powerful Thang (1991)
This innovative drama, set in Ohio, traces an African American couple's search for intimacy and friendship. The spirited, African-identified Yasmine Allen is a writer and single mother who has been dating saxophone teacher Craig Watkins for a month. Wishing to end her self-imposed celibacy following her son's birth, Yasmine has reached a turning point in the relationship-but Craig, the Big Lug, wants to take it slow. Sage advice from friends and family members remind them, "sex is a powerful thang." Like her highly acclaimed CYCLES, Davis's film incorporates animation as well as Afro-Haitian dance in a rich exploration of the lives of African Americans.
Director: Zeinabu irene Davis
Genre: Drama
Runtime: 57 min
Release Date: January 1, 1991
Cast
- Barbara O. Jones - (as Barbara O)
- Asma Feyijinmi
- John Earl Jelks - Craig Watkins (as John Jelks)
Screenplay
Cinematography: S. Torriano Berry
Editing: Casi Pacilio
Country: United States of America
Language: English
Original Language: en
More Films by Director: Zeinabu irene Davis
More Films in Genre: Drama
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is A Powerful Thang about?
- This innovative drama, set in Ohio, traces an African American couple's search for intimacy and friendship. The spirited, African-identified Yasmine Allen is a writer and single mother who has been dating saxophone teacher Craig Watkins for a month. Wishing to end her self-imposed celibacy following her son's birth, Yasmine has reached a turning point in the relationship-but Craig, the Big Lug, wants to take it slow. Sage advice from friends and family members remind them, "sex is a powerful thang." Like her highly acclaimed CYCLES, Davis's film incorporates animation as well as Afro-Haitian dance in a rich exploration of the lives of African Americans.
- Who directed A Powerful Thang?
- A Powerful Thang was directed by Zeinabu irene Davis.
- Who stars in A Powerful Thang?
- A Powerful Thang stars Barbara O. Jones, Asma Feyijinmi, John Earl Jelks.
- How long is A Powerful Thang?
- A Powerful Thang has a runtime of 57m (57 minutes).
- What genre is A Powerful Thang?
- A Powerful Thang is a Drama film.
- Where was A Powerful Thang produced?
- A Powerful Thang was produced in United States of America.