Black Box

2020, Mystery & thriller, 1h 40m

68 Reviews 250+ Ratings

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An intriguing debut for writer-director Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour, Black Box compensates for a lack of surprises with strong performances and an emotionally rewarding story. Read critic reviews

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Movie Info

After losing his wife and memory in a car accident, a single father undergoes an agonizing experimental treatment that causes him to question who he really is.

Genre:

Mystery & thriller
Original Language:

English
Director:

Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour
Producer:

John H. Brister
Writer:

Emmanuel Osei-Kuffour, Stephen Herman
Release Date (Streaming):

Oct 6, 2020
Runtime:

1h 40m
Aspect Ratio:

Scope (2.35:1)

Cast & Crew

Mamoudou Athie
Nolan

Phylicia Rashad
Lillian

Amanda Christine
Ava

Tosin Morohunfola
Gary

Charmaine Bingwa
Miranda

Donald Watkins
Thomas

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