Future Classics Starring Chadwick Boseman

This month the world of film and the world itself lost a bright light in Chadwick Boseman, who lost a quiet battle with cancer on August 28th. Boseman’s short but influential acting career left behind a mark not only concerned with the elevation of his own celebrity but his community- the black community, through his portrayal of black icons in sports, politics and music and strong leads otherwise. Boseman led a life off the screen that set a powerful example for people regardless of skin color. In memoriam of his life, Pastèque presents a selection of films that highlight the late great Chadwick Boseman.

Da 5 Bloods (2020)

War | Drama

Starring Boseman as Stormin' Norman

Directed by Spike Lee (BlacKkKlansman)

Black Panther (2018)

Action | Superhero

Starring Boseman as King T'Challa

Directed by Ryan Coogler (Creed)

Marshall (2017)

Legal | Drama

Starring Boseman as Thurgood Marshall

Directed by Reginald Hudlin (Django Unchained-Producer)

42 (2013)

Sports | Drama

Starring Boseman as Jackie Robinson

Directed by Brian Helgeland (A Knight's Tale)

Get on Up (2014)

Music | Drama

Starring Boseman as James Brown

Directed by Tate Taylor (The Help)