Blindspotting
Film

Blindspotting (2018)

2 critics 7 lists ★ 7.3 TMDb 95 min ComedyCrimeDrama

Collin must make it through his final three days of probation for a chance at a new beginning. He and his troublemaking childhood best friend, Miles, work as movers, and when Collin witnesses a police shooting, the two men’s friendship is tested as they grapple with identity and their changed realities in the rapidly-gentrifying neighborhood they grew up in.

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The Lore Architect
The Lore ArchitectMillennial

Daveed Diggs and Rafael Casal deliver a searing, poetic, and often darkly funny look at gentrification, race, and police brutality in Oakland. Their electrifying performances drive this story of two friends navigating a rapidly changing city and their own complex identities. It's a powerful, timely film that demands your attention, blending sharp dialogue with moments of intense emotional truth. It truly resonates long after viewing.

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The Vibe Detector
The Vibe DetectorGen Z

Daveed Diggs and Rafael Casal absolutely kill it in this 2018 Oakland-set drama that tackles race, gentrification, and friendship with raw, poetic intensity. Collin, a Black man on probation, witnesses a police shooting, forcing him and his volatile white best friend Miles to confront their complicated realities. It’s sharp, insightful, and doesn't shy away from the messy conversations, showing how systemic issues ripple through everyday life. Real talk cinema.

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