TV One presents 100 Greatest Black Power Moves -- the five-part series that unveils 100 of the greatest achievements in African-American history. These achievements were so great -- we deem them Power Moves. What is a Power Move? It is an unforgettable moment, cultural movement or personal achievement that advanced the Black race in power or position. The featured Power Moves elevated the Black experience and ultimately, changed the course of American history.
The show covers Power Moves from unwavering civil rights leaders, Nobel Prize-winning literary giants, independent-thinking film directors to a pop star who Beat It. 'Power Moves will highlight African-American pioneers or awe-inspiring moments such as the 1968 Olympic Medalists proudly raising their fists in the air in support of Black Power; Thurgood Marshall's induction into the Supreme Court; the birth of Motown records; Bill Cosby becoming the knowledgeable, advice-giving father figure for the American television audience; Michael Jackson's Thriller becoming one of the top selling albums of all time; the emergence of Rap music as a voice of the inner city; Malcolm X's stance of self-preservation "By Any Means Necessary"; and the steadfast determination of the Little Rock Nine as they helped to desegregate the school system.
With a unique blend of reverence, "tell it like it is" attitude and a little bit of humor, this highly-entertaining series promises to give a historical perspective, as well as, an inspirational walkthrough of the best and most celebrated moments of the African-American experience.
Guest commentators include Cornell West, Skip Gates, Michael Eric Dyson, Chuck D, Talib Kweli, Jamell Shabazz and a host of special celebrities and comedians will help keep the countdown moving.
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