After Laughter

A tender, bittersweet coming-of-age story that feels like a series of intimate memories, balancing warmth and hardship.

Directed by

Adrian Burks, Theodore Wright IV

Starring

Adrian Burks, Chene Lawson, B.J. Minor

Overview

Malik and Jamal, learn what it’s really like growing up in America as two African American boys through the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. . . Each decade providing emotional challenges that bring the boys into adulthood. While Malik deals with his sexuality and family conflict, Jamal struggles finding his voice. . . The world outside is full of hardships, but inside the home is safe ground. . . How will their family and friendship survive the changing of times, and how will they learn to become men in a society full of turmoil and rampant injustice?

How it feels

Melancholic, earnest, tense and warm. Measured and needs your attention.

About

Coming-of-age, identity, family, friendship

Content

Mild violence, sexual content and language. No gore.

Note

Written by AI, so it can be wrong. Full breakdown

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