The Little Theatre
Poetic Justice
Black Cinema Series

Poetic Justice

Screening and Discussion

Monday, May 11, 2026 | 7:00pm

Little Theatre 1 (240 East Ave.)
Doors open at 6:30pm

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Once upon a time in South Central LA . . .

For his follow-up to Boyz n the Hood, John Singleton again turned the camera on his hometown to create a stirring exploration of grief, love, and creativity. Built around the electric chemistry between superstars Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur, the film follows two young Angelenos—Justice, a sensitive hairdresser and poet mourning the death of her boyfriend, and Lucky, a dashingly charismatic postal clerk—as they fall in love over the course of a liberating road trip. Featuring soul-nourishing poetry by Maya Angelou and scene-stealing performances from Regina King and Joe Torry, Poetic Justice is one of the most irresistible romances of the 1990s. (Synopsis by The Criterion Collection)

Watch a Trailer

Rated R | 1 hr 45 mins | Drama | 1993
USA | English

DCP | Sony Pictures Repertory

Meet the Panelists

Doug Curry
Jasmine Brewer | Panelist | Jasmine is a maternal health leader and author of Unanchored, known for creating spaces where people feel seen, supported, and strengthened. Alongside her children, she embodies the beauty of resilience, the power of healing, and what it truly means to thrive across generations. She is also the founder of Pressed, where she curates intentional food and tea experiences that bring people together in meaningful ways.
Debbie Kendrick
Marvelous Marvin  | Panelist | A spoken word artist, songwriter, and youth mentor known for turning pain into powerful poetry. Hailing from Jacksonville, FL, and raised in upstate NY, Marvin began writing young and found his voice through tragedy. His work spans Hip-Hop to Gospel, touching audiences with raw honesty and hope.
Jeff Harris
Reggie Cox | Panelist | Reggie Cox is a son, husband, father, grandfather, parent educator, and minister with over 20 years ofexperienceadvancing father engagement, youth development, and family stabilization. 

About the series

Black Cinema Series
Black Cinema Series

The Little Theatre’s Black Cinema Series, presented in partnership with the Rochester Association of Black Journalists (RABJ), screens both scripted and non-fiction films about the Black experience. With an emphasis on contemporary independent films, the series highlights Black perspectives and filmmakers, with screenings and panel discussions with community experts and filmmakers. More details about the Black Cinema Series Browse all films in this series