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1. Things Never Said (2013)
R | 111 min | Drama
An aspiring poet in a troubled marriage sparks with a new man who helps her find her artistic voice.
Director: Charles Murray | Stars: Shanola Hampton, Elimu Nelson, Omari Hardwick, Tamala Jones
Votes: 542
2. Tongues Untied (1989)
Not Rated | 55 min | Documentary
A documentary about the experiences of black homosexual men living in the United States of America.
Director: Marlon Riggs | Stars: Marlon Riggs, Michael Bell, Kerrigan Black, Blackberri
Votes: 1,863
3. X's & O's (2007)
Unrated | 93 min | Comedy, Drama, Romance
Relationship issues arise between a researcher with a theory to explain away all his failed dating experiments, a player who wants out of the game, a deejay whose head spins with thoughts ... See full summary »
Director: Kedar Korde | Stars: Clayne Crawford, Judy Marte, Warren Christie, Sarah Wright
Votes: 306
4. Rodney King (2017 TV Special)
TV-MA | 52 min | Comedy, Drama
Roger Guenveur Smith performs his one man show focusing on the life and times of Rodney King.
Director: Spike Lee | Star: Roger Guenveur Smith
Votes: 650
5. Freestyle: The Art of Rhyme (2000)
Not Rated | 60 min | Documentary, Music
A documentary about freestyling--the improvised, on-the-spot rhymes that demonstrate the skills of hip-hop MCs.
Director: Kevin Fitzgerald | Stars: Chali 2na, Muhammad Ali, Planet Asia, Bahamadia
Votes: 626 | Gross: $0.01M
6. The Art of Women (2010)
Not Rated | 79 min | Comedy, Drama, Music
A narrative feature that tells the fictional story of five women artists in New York, Los Angeles and Washington DC. Told in five, separate vignettes, the characters each overcome artistic ... See full summary »
Director: John Gloster | Stars: Julie T. Pham, Sharlane Conner, Daphney Sugar Rose, Jordana Leigh
Votes: 12
7. Turning Paige (2001)
Not Rated | 109 min | Drama
A young would-be writer is forced to confront her past upon the return of her angry, wayward brother.
Director: Robert Cuffley | Stars: Nicholas Campbell, Katharine Isabelle, Philip DeWilde, Torri Higginson
Votes: 263
8. Def Poetry (2002– )
TV-MA | 28 min | Documentary, Music
This show is a spoken word poetry television series hosted by Mos Def and airing on HBO between 2002 and 2007. The series features performances by established and up-and-coming spoken word ... See full summary »
Stars: Yasiin Bey, Russell Simmons, Lemon Andersen, Black Ice
Votes: 225
9. The Wild Swans (1962)
57 min | Animation, Fantasy, Musical
When a witch transforms her brothers into swans, a young princess must find a way to change them back.
Directors: Vera Tsekhanovskaya, Mikhail Tsekhanovskiy | Stars: Valentina Tumanova, Elena Ponsova, Viktor Sergachyov, Erast Garin
Votes: 444
10. Young & Naive (2019)
5 min | Short
Preferring the company of none, Robin searches to find out why all her beautiful and successful friends are single. She uncovered one of the biggest secrets in the world...Child Sexual Abuse.
Directors: Tuesday Conner, Phil Tyler | Stars: Eric Roberts, Greg Tarzan Davis, Sy Richardson, Samuel Whitehill
11. My Name is Myeisha (2018)
82 min | Drama
Hip-hop, poetry and dream sequences chronicle the finals moments of a young woman's life before she is shot and killed by police officers.
Director: Gus Krieger | Stars: Rhaechyl Walker, John Merchant, Dominique Toney, Dee Dee Stephens
Votes: 144
12. Riz MC: Sour Times (2009 Music Video)
4 min | Short, Music
Director: Farrah Drabu | Stars: Plan B, Tom Hardy, Scroobius Pip, Sarah Maple
Votes: 29
13. Aural Sex (2020)
7 min | Short
Short film about Mary Millington's erotic sound recordings, made with journalist Nigel Verbeek during the mid-1970s. Narrated by legendary porn performer Clyda Rosen.
Director: Simon Sheridan | Stars: Mary Millington, Vieta Shroff
Votes: 9
14. The Panty Man (2009)
6 min | Short, Drama
The Panty Man is a true tale of lust, fetish and passion brought to life by spoken word artist Dale Guy Madison. Set in the moody blues atmosphere of the underground poetry club, Madison ... See full summary »
Director: Camrin Pitts | Stars: Kareem Ferguson, Dale Guy Madison, D.J. 'Shangela' Pierce
Votes: 12
15. Ville Neuve (2018)
76 min | Animation, Drama
On the coast of the Canadian Gaspé Peninsula one summer, Joseph has moved in with a friend, where he succeeds in getting his ex-wife to accompany him. Against the background of the fiery ... See full summary »
Director: Félix Dufour-Laperrière | Stars: Robert Lalonde, Johanne-Marie Tremblay, Théodore Pellerin, Gildor Roy
Votes: 49
16. Hal: Extremis (1997 Music Video)
4 min | Music, Romance, Sci-Fi
Music video for a song by UK techno group HAL featuring a spoken word performance by Gillian Anderson. In the racy video, she plays a sexually-charged version of herself as she dreams about two golden robots seducing each other.
Star: Gillian Anderson
Votes: 69
17. I Am Joaquin (1969)
20 min | Documentary, Short, History
This short film is based on the poem by the same title published by Rodolfo "Corky" Gonzales in 1967.
Director: Luis Valdez | Star: Luis Valdez
Votes: 159
18. Yesterday's Witness (1969–1977)
45 min | Family
A BBC TV series that explores historical events through firsthand accounts and archival footage.
Stars: Chocolate Charlie Atkins, Alex Glasgow, John Stockbridge, Jack James
19. One Day at a Time (2022)
62 min | Documentary
We follow Sam as he makes an autobiographical spoken word film about his battles with addiction, whilst living in an abstinence based recovery centre in Liverpool (Damian John Kelly House).... See full summary »
Director: Paul Chambers
20. Sleepless Nights (I) (2022 Video)
1 min | Short
"Sleepless Nights" is a powerful and moving poem about the struggles of insomnia. The speaker believes that his insomnia is a gift from his ancestors, who are trying to help him understand the world around him.
Director: Muhammed Dibbasey | Star: Obafa Onema
21. A Night of Artistic Renewal: History in Living Color (2023 TV Special)
120 min | Family
Celebrate talented artists as they honor Black Excellence during this captivating event. Spoken word, dance, song, and visual art unite to inspire and engage, showcasing cultural appreciation, meaningful content, and its lasting impact.
Director: Dionne D. Hunter | Stars: Kawai Allen, Keith Allison, Tajmah Allison, Mike Bennett
Votes: 8
22. Shut Up and Say Something (2017)
82 min | Documentary
Shut Up And Say Something follows acclaimed international spoken word artist Shane Koyczan on an emotional road trip to reconnect with the father he never knew. Seen and heard by millions ... See full summary »
Directors: Stuart Gillies, Melanie Wood | Stars: Shane Koyczan, Paul Crawford, Hannah Epperson, Harlen Koyczan
Votes: 23
23. Falco: Jeanny (1985 Music Video)
6 min | Music
A disturbed and mysterious stalker meditates on Jeanny, a beautiful female who obsesses him and with whom he repeatedly has dark fantasies.
Director: Russell Mulcahy | Stars: Falco, Theresa Guggenberger, Wilhelm Wieben
Votes: 36
24. Brandon Leake: A Family Affair (2022 TV Special)
Documentary
Features eight original spoken word poems written and performed by "America's Got Talent" winner Brandon Leake. Viewers are going to get an intimate look at Brandon's life in Stockton, California.
Director: Brandon Drew Jordan Pierce | Stars: Aaron Chapman, Ben Eatmon, Jazmarie Clay LaTou, Brandon Leake
Votes: 18
25. Verses & Flow (2011– )
Not Rated | 30 min | Music
VERSES and FLOW is a televised series which airs on TV One and features live performances by poets, spoken-word and R&B recording artists, along with cultural and social commentary.
Stars: Dyana Williams, Laz Alonso, Jenilee Reyes, Ron G.
Votes: 35
26. Life Is Easy (2005 Video)
Documentary, Biography, Music
Videos, live show footage, spoken word performances, interviews, fights, and awkward moments of a man who was too beautiful for this ugly world.
Director: Sage Francis | Star: Sage Francis
Votes: 42
27. SlamNation (1998)
100 min | Documentary
Various competitors of the National Poetry Slam are profiled with their poetry readings.
Director: Paul Devlin | Stars: Mychele Dee, Craig muMs Grant, Bill MacMillian, Taylor Mali
Votes: 129
29. P.E.N.S. (Poetic Energy Needed in Society) (2021)
Documentary
The "P.E.N.S. (Poetic Energy Needed in Society)" highlights the poetry scene of Houston, Texas. The film adaptation and powerful message is the brain child of director Mikell "Fetti" Limbrick and executive producer Carlos Wallace.
Director: Mikell Limbrick | Stars: Yolan Young, Brittney Chauntell Alexander, Tangie Bryant, Carlos Wallace
30. Say My Name (I) (2009)
73 min | Documentary, Music
A story is built around the lives of entrepreneurs, mothers and artists fighting to be themselves in a society that offers few opportunities for women.
Director: Nirit Peled | Stars: Aaries, Erykah Badu, Sparky Dee, Rah Digga
Votes: 29
31. Riz MC: I ain't being racist but... (2015 Music Video)
8 min | Short, Comedy, Music
Star: Riz Ahmed
32. Three Bull-Mastiffs in a Corner Kitchen (2021)
12 min | Short, Drama
A man looks back on his younger years and relives some of the moments that led him into his troubles with addiction in later life, he looks back with a mature wisdom that flows as poetry.
Director: Paul Chambers | Stars: Jennifer Banks, Sam Batley, Marvin Brown, Emily Dawson
33. Red Watch (2019)
4 min | Short, Drama
A spoken word short film. 'In this snappy spoken-word short film saturated in primary colours, a woman recites an unrequited goodbye to her ex-boyfriend's red watch.'
Director: David Kennedy | Stars: Kyla Diane Kennedy, Garret Lawrence
34. Slap My Balls and Call Me Mildred (2015 TV Special)
40 min | Documentary, Comedy
In a show that combines stand-up, storytelling and musical performance, German-born comedian André Schneider throws in some teasing references to popular culture and, halfway through the show, starts flirting with members of the audience.
Director: Cindy Averitt | Stars: André Schneider, Mick Ellis
Votes: 12
35. Max 1, 000 Words (2008– )
Unrated | 5 min | Comedy
Five writers perform personal essays and converse with host Michael Blieden.
Stars: Michael Blieden, Andy Daly, Brandon Johnson, Jen Kirkman
36. No Poetry (2017)
11 min | Short
An unfaithful bride seeks redemption and forgiveness from her husband but first has to hear some condemning truths. Compelling and deeply poetic, the spoken word film is a personification of the relationship between Christ and the Church.
Director: Jermaine Wong | Stars: Oluchi Nwabuwa, Jermaine Wong
37. Queer Moxie (2016)
85 min | Documentary
Drag to spoken word, comedy to burlesque - Queer Moxie is a film celebrating the evolution, impact and daring spirit of Queer performance in Atlanta.
Directors: Heather Provoncha, Leo Hollen | Star: Am Taylor
38. Time Travel Boyfriends (2009)
10 min | Short, Drama, Fantasy
A woman remembers her love affairs with well-known historical male figures. Based on the director's book of the same name, the film is a fantasy love-letter to a diverse collection of men ... See full summary »
Director: Josephine Halbert | Stars: Josephine Halbert, Hanna Peretz, Tim Seyfert
Votes: 8
39. The Wings (I) (2019)
3 min | Animation, Short
Directors: Sebastian Fox, Paul Keely | Star: Sebastian Fox
40. Bodies of Desire (2021)
4 min | Short
Using Varsha Panikar's anthology by the same name, "Bodies of Desire" is an award-winning short that follows the journey of a poet as they rediscover love, passion, and identity after encountering their muse.
Directors: Saad Nawab, Varsha Panikar | Stars: Meheka Cl, Sachin Das Gupta, Sushant Khomane, Suruj Rajkhowa
Votes: 33
41. Falco: Coming Home (Jeanny Pt. 2, One Year Later) (1986 Music Video)
5 min | Music
Promo video for Falco: Coming Home - Jeanny Part 2.
Directors: Rudi Dolezal, Hannes Rossacher | Stars: Falco, Theresa Guggenberger, Caroline Perron
Votes: 9
42. Gallery (2020)
11 min | Short
Directors: Jidobi Chime, Nile Garcia, Lola Kenet | Stars: Jidobi Chime, Nile Garcia, Lola Kenet
43. Anne Clark: I'll Walk out into Tomorrow (2017)
80 min | Documentary, Biography, Music
Anne Clark, an icon of music history and a terrific pioneer of spoken word art, has been on stage for more than 30 years. It transforms language into unique music. Since the early 1980s, ... See full summary »
Director: Claus Withopf | Star: Anne Clark
Votes: 90
44. Love Code (2015)
Short
Love Code is a glimpse inside the way men and women express the way they love, think about love, and show love. The setting is a local popular DJ whose weekly show "Love Zone" is about our ... See full summary »
Directors: Marie Y. Lemelle, Nikki Allen, Rene Margary | Stars: Kendall Alexandria, Patrick Faucette, Trae Ireland, NeiCe Knight
45. Latino Arts: A Community Vision (2010 TV Movie)
56 min | Documentary
Director: Lisa Blackstone | Stars: Sandra Benitez, Susana De Leon, Luis Fitch, Armando Gutierrez
46. Mark My Words (2010)
90 min | Documentary
Director: Brad Pruitt | Stars: A. Shelly Davis, Muhibb Dyer, Kendria Harris, Tanya Harris
47. Bevy (2018)
7 min | Short
An empowering spoken word film to girls and women about finding their strength and their "bevy."
Director: Adelle Drahos | Stars: Opal Littleton, Lily Packer, Adelle Drahos, Athena Bitzis
48. Poetry on Fire Teacher's Workshop: Developing Students' Creative Writing Skills (2020 Video)
37 min | Documentary, Short
Poetry has been a powerful vehicle to get students to open up and speak their truths, to share their world views, and to build an unbreakable bond with their peers. Two activities are ... See full summary »
Director: Jason Jaacks | Star: Sam Pierstorff
49. 4am (2011)
4 min | Short
"It's 4am. Amen. I still alive. Belmont didn't take my life last night." Against the tranquility that precedes a bustling dawn, Trinidadian spoken word poet Muhammad Muwakil conjures a ... See full summary »
Director: Janine Fung | Star: Muhammad Muwakil
50. Echoes (II) (2009)
2 min | Animation, Short, Drama
In an age when war seems to be spreading like a plague, this short poetry dance film is one woman's response to the events of 9/11.
Director: Cara Mumford | Stars: EmmaClaire Brightlyn, Oriana Evoy