Cinema: Judas and the Black Messiah
The Sensational Biography
The 1960s were a fascinating time. A number of defining social movements shook the world, ushering in a new era for freedom and human rights. Right at this juncture of time, the fight against oppression and racial discrimination reached its pinnacle in the USA. And the Black Panthers became the beacon of revolution. One of the major forces advocating for the rights of the African-Americans, they gave the world several leaders and historical figures that will be remembered forever by posterity. Sounds fascinating, isn’t it? If you are interested to know more about the Black Panthers, then you must watch the new movie called Judas and Black Messiah. Released in 2021, the movie is a biographical sketch of Fred Hampton, the deputy chairman of the Black Panther Party, Illinois chapter who was betrayed and assassinated by the FBI. The movie, although based on Hampton’s biography, has a lot of drama, thrill, and captivating suspense. Whether you are a history enthusiast or simply like to watch a good thriller, the Judas and The Black Messiah drive-in tickets assure you of a good time.
The Untold History
The sabotage and the ensuing death of Fred Hampton is a well-known story. But, there is more to the storyline of Judas and the Black Messiah. The movie delves deeper into the fabled incident of Hampton being spied on and sabotaged by an FBI agent and unfurls many untold stories and events that took place during Hampton’s life and even beyond his death. It begins with William ‘Billie’ O’Neal falling prey to the FBI as they convince him to work for them. He was told by a federal officer that all the charges against him would be dropped if he agrees to infiltrate Black Panther Party’s Illinois chapter and works undercover for the FBI. But, as soon as Billie starts to work for the bureau, he finds out there is another FBI informant who regularly provides the bureau with updates on Hampton. As events turn, he also starts to believe in Black Panthers’ vision. Billie begins to gain the trust of Fred Hampton and eventually ranks up in the Party to become their security officer. Now, who finally gave the FBI information about Hampton? Who shot him dead and sabotaged the party? To know who the real snitch is— you have got to get the Judas and The Black Messiah drive-in tickets.
The Stellar Cast
The movie is produced and directed by Shaka King, the award-winning American writer-director. Daniel Kaluyaa, the phenomenal actor known for his previous roles in Get Out, Sucker Punch, Black Panther (Marvel), and the winner of Golden Globe, Screen Actors Guild Awards, British Academy FilmAwards and Laurence Olivier Award, plays the role of Fred Hampton with impeccable mastery. LaKeith Stanfield plays the role of Billie O’Neal and was also nominated for the Academy Awards for the Best Supporting Actor for the same. The movie also features Jesse Plemons, Lil Rel Howery, Dominique Fishback, and Martin Sheen in various important roles. Get your Judas and The Black Messiah drive-in tickets soon to see all these magnificent performers together on screen. You can book them online even a week ahead.