Jerrold Beamon

Cooley High is one of them films that I believe accidentally revolutionized the black cinema at the time. It was one of the first movies that gave the perspective of the black intercity youth. The situation were realistic enough. The disparity and struggle against hopelessness pulled at your heart as you watch on. The youthful adventure and slim chance of achieving hope was realistic enough for you to cheer on the characters. But, out of everything it was an eye opener for the world to see the struggle of the black teenager at what should be a time where one is enjoying life. Cooley High goes down as one of the gems of black cinematography.