“The Birth of a Nation,” the biopic about Nat Turner, who led the most famous slave rebellion in US history, hits theaters this weekend. Can it overcome the behind-the-scenes drama surrounding writer-director-star Nate Parker? Other new releases include a big budget popcorn thriller, an Iranian horror movie and a Disney drama about a Ugandan chess champion.
Will moviegoers go see 'Birth of a Nation'?
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Guests:
- Kyle Buchanan - pop culture writer for the New York Times - @kylebuchanan
- Jen Yamato - LA Times, co-host of “Asian Enough” podcast - @jenyamato