If Beale Street Could Talk

About:

Based on the James Baldwin novel of the same name, the film centers around a young African-American woman's attempt to prove her fiancé innocent of a crime while carrying their first child.

Trivia:

The movie was written for the screen and directed by Barry Jenkins. It is his first film since Moonlight won Best Picture at the Academy Awards. It was a Golden Globe nominee for Best Motion Picture - Drama, Best Supporting Actress and Best Screenplay.