Neil Gladstone looks at the genre with particular reference to the documentary and e-zine by David Walker.

Overview of the genre's history with a list of films, plus multimedia resources including photos, audio and video clips.

Examining the popularity of these films and the influence they have had on cinema since.

J.R. Valery writes about how the films influenced hip-hop.

Article written by Frederick L. McKissack Jr.

Includes an introduction to the genre, list of films and links to related articles.

Gary Morris examines the genre, with particular reference to Pam Grier.

Trailers and DVD information for reissues films including Truck Turner, Foxy Brown, Coffy and Hell Up In Harlem.

List of films in the genre, with brief synopses and partial cast lists.

Nicky Baxter examines how these films upended Hollywood stereotypes.