Black Nativity (2013)

In the heartwarming musical drama, Black Nativity, a modern rendition of Langston Hughes' esteemed play, we follow the journey of Langston (Jacob Latimore), a resilient and street-smart teenager from Baltimore. Raised single-handedly by his loving mother, Naima (Jennifer Hudson), Langston's life takes an unexpected turn when he is sent to spend the Christmas holiday in the bustling heart of New York City with his estranged relatives, the stern Reverend Cornell and his wife, Aretha Cobbs (Forest Whitaker and Angela Bassett). Chafing under the Reverend's stringent rules and longing for his mother's familiar warmth, Langston decides he would rather brave the winter chill than suffer the icy tension of the Cobbs' household. But as he sets his heart on a homeward journey, he stumbles upon unexpected friendships and experiences divine interventions. These encounters ignite an enlightening odyssey that transcends the streets of New York, unveiling to Langston the profound significance of faith, healing, and above all, family. In this captivating tale set against the backdrop of a snow-dusted city, Black Nativity invites viewers to join Langston. Through his eyes, we learn that sometimes the most challenging journeys lead us to the most rewarding discoveries, and the true spirit of Christmas is not just about celebration, but also about the joy of reconnection and the power of forgiveness.

Black Nativity is a drama movie featuring Forest Whitaker and directed by Kasi Lemmons.

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