The American Society of Magical Negroes(Movie, 2024)

The American Society of Magical Negroes is a 2024 American comedy film starring Justice Smith as a young man who joins a clandestine group of magical African Americans committed to enhancing the lives of White individuals, satirizing the Magical Negro trope. It was written and directed by Kobi Libii in his directorial debut, and stars David Alan Grier and An-Li Bogan. It premiered at the Sundance Film Festival on January 19, 2024, and Focus Features released it in theaters in the United States on March 15, 2024. The film grossed $2.5 million at the box office. It received mixed reviews from critics, who noted that while it presented an intriguing concept, it fell short of thoroughly exploring its most challenging notions. ()