Classic Black Cinema Series: "Come Back Charleston Blue"

A sequel to Cotton Comes to Harlem, this 1972 film reintroduces detectives Gravedigger Jones (Godfrey Cambridge) and Coffin Ed Johnson (Raymond St. Jacques) as they investigate the return of the legendary vigilante, Charleston Blue.

Blending sharp humor, suspense, and rich cultural flavor, Come Back, Charleston Blue offers a vivid snapshot of Black cinema in the early 1970s. With memorable performances and a soundtrack featuring the incomparable musician Donny Hathaway, this film is both a time capsule and a lasting fan favorite.

Don’t miss your chance to revisit or discover this classic film in a lively and culturally rich setting!

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Host or Publisher Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture