# 28 Films to Watch During Black History Month That Aren't About Black Trauma

- **URL:** https://www.genesisbrand.com/28-films-to-watch-during-black-history-month-that-arent-about-black-trauma/
- **Published:** 2021-02-01

Hollywood is full of movies about slavery, segregation, and the Black struggle, and while these films can serve as important educational tools — especially during Black History Month — it is important to step back and remember that films about trauma are not the be-all and end-all of Black entertainment. Black people deserve happy-go-lucky romances, cultural explorations, and cheesy coming-of-age movies, too! So, if you're looking for a way to ring in Black History Month 2021, read books by Black authors, follow Black influencers, and check out this list of amazing Black films, minus the trauma.