BET Talks

Spike Lee Unfiltered: Malcolm X, Denzel Washington & The Legacy of a Culture Shifter

Episode Notes

Legendary filmmaker Spike Lee pulls up for a raw, unfiltered conversation that’s equal parts history lesson and masterclass in culture. From breaking down the wild behind-the-scenes hustle to fund Malcolm X, to dropping gems about collaborating with heavyweights like Denzel Washington and A$AP Rocky, Spike doesn’t hold back. He also opens up about his passion for the Knicks, his Brooklyn Museum exhibit, and why family and legacy continue to fuel his creative fire.

• 00:00 – Kicking It Off: Intro to Spike Lee
• 00:51 – The Untold, Crazy Story Behind Malcolm X
• 05:20 – Spilling the Tea on Spike’s Upcoming Film Highest 2 Lowest
• 07:43 – Inside the Magic: Working With Denzel Washington
• 08:31 – Why Great Athletes Crave Great Coaching
• 12:41 – 24 Films In… and Still Chasing Joy
• 15:01 – Courtside Life as the Knicks’ #1 Fan
• 16:01 – Inside The Brooklyn Museum’s Spike Lee Experience
• 17:54 – What Family Means to Spike Lee
• 18:37 – Carrying the Torch: A 3rd Generation Morehouse Man
• 20:10 – Sitting Down With Farrakhan
• 21:51 – Closing Thoughts & Outro