"Free Streaming: Tubi Showcases Thrilling Films by Emerging Black Directors"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
Tubi, a streaming platform, has built a collection of Black-led independent movies that offer thrilling experiences with a loose energy and generous sense of drama. Under the initiative Black Noir Cinema, Tubi premiered "Cinnamon," a crime caper featuring an aspiring singer and a pickpocket caught up in a robbery gone wrong. Another film, "Murder City," follows a cop who becomes entangled with a ruthless mob boss. Tubi's lineup also includes titles like "If I Can't," a melodrama exploring themes of survival and abuse, and "Locked In," a puzzle-filled thriller. The platform's commitment to showcasing independent Black filmmakers and viewers sets it apart from mainstream studio content.