The Love & Basketball × Playa Society 25th Anniversary Capsule, titled “First Quarter: Ball Better Than You,” arrives as a tightly edited collection.

Editor’s note: this list was originally published in February 2024. It has since been updated in honor of Juneteenth. When putting together a list of the 30 Best Black Films of the 21st century, you ...

Love & Basketball, Gina Prince-Bythewood’s directorial debut, is a rare romantic drama that has stood the test of time. This complex love story between neighbors (and fellow basketball lovers) Monica ...

While the classic film is beloved by some, it’s come under scrutiny by others on Twho are looking at it through a new lens. This year marks the 25th anniversary of Gina Prince-Bythewood’s directorial ...

In the ever-popular discussion about what much-loved movies didn't age well, Love & Basketball is frequently in the mix. And while I agree, I still think two things can be true at the same time: It’s ...

It’s been 25 years to the day since Love & Basketball was released, and its power hasn’t faded. If anything, the film has only grown more relevant—especially for Black women who saw themselves, ...

Sure, “Love & Basketball ”Was About a Toxic Relationship. But That Doesn’t Mean It Wasn’t a Love Story As years have passed, the classic film — which came out 25 years ago today — has taken some heat ...

As years have passed, the classic film — which came out 25 years ago today — has taken some heat for its central relationship. But some of the judgment isn't fair In the ever-popular discussion about ...