Janelle Monáe
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Description
"Whoever controls our memories controls the future. Janelle Monáe and an incredible array of talented collaborating creators have written a collection of tales comprising the bold vision and powerful themes that have made Monáe such a compelling and celebrated storyteller. Dirty Computer introduced a world in which thoughts-as a means of self-conception-could be controlled or erased by a select few. And whether human, A.I., or other, your life...
3) Art angels
Author
Pub. Date
[2015]
Physical Desc
1 audio disc (54 min.) : CD audio, digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Pub. Date
[2014]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (93 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
A celebration of both the unifying power of music and pursuit of the American dream, it is an all-access backstage pass to the one-of-a-kind festival created by rap superstar Jay Z, and directed by Academy Award-winner Ron Howard. Featuring remarkable performances and fascinating backstage interviews with many of today's biggest music stars and shows how one giant celebration of music can change people's lives.
5) Moonlight
Pub. Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (approx. 111 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
A young black man struggles to find his place in the world while growing up in a rough neighborhood of Miami.
Author
Pub. Date
[2016]
Physical Desc
1 audio disc : CD audio, digital ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Pharrell Williams makes many contributions to the soundtrack for one of the most anticipated dramas of 2016. There are also performances from Alicia Keys, Mary J. Blige, Kim Burrell, Lalah Hathaway, and Janelle Monae.
Pub. Date
2017.
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (approximately 127 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
As the United States raced against Russia to put a man in space, NASA found untapped talent in a group of African-American female mathematicians that served as the brains behind one of the greatest operations in U.S. history. Dorothy Vaughan, Mary Jackson, and Katherine Johnson crossed all gender, race, and professional lines while their brilliance and desire to dream big, beyond anything ever accomplished before by the human race, firmly cemented...
8) Ugly dolls
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (88 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
The free-spirited UglyDolls confront what it means to be different, struggle with their desire to be loved, and ultimately discover that you don't have to be perfect to be amazing because who you truly are is what matters most.
9) Harriet
Pub. Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (125 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter, the movie tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America's greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history.
Pub. Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (116 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Description
When a devastating attack leaves Mark Hogancamp shattered and without his memory, no one expected recovery. But by putting together pieces from his old and new life, Mark meticulously creates a wondrous fantasy world, where he draws strength to triumph in the real one. His astonishing art installation becomes a testament to the powerful women who support him on his journey.
14) Dance Party!
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Get ready to move your feet with Sesame Street! Elmo, Abby, and the rest of the Sesame Street team are getting together for a party and you're invited! And it's not any old party, it's a Dance Party! Join in the fun as Zoe choreographs a ballet, Nina teaches dances from all around the world, Elmo records a music video, and more! Guest appearances by Jason Derulo, Janelle Monae, and Ne-Yo.
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Montreal frontman Kevin Barnes's pursuit to make transcendent music at all costs drives him to value art over human relationships. As he struggles with all of those around him, family and bandmates alike, he's forced to reconsider the future of the band, which raises the question, is this really worth it?