This Black History Month, V-103 is celebrating Black love stories that shaped the culture. From poetic ‘90s romance to modern cinematic masterpieces, we’re highlighting six films that remind us love in our community is layered, passionate, resilient, and unforgettable.
All week long, we’ve been talking about these films on air, and this weekend, we’re inviting you to stream one with us. Keep reading for a quick synopsis of each film and where you can watch them right now.
Love and Basketball
Monica and Quincy grow up as next-door neighbors who share one dream: basketball. As their competitive spirits and careers rise, so does their love — but ambition, ego, and timing test their relationship. A coming-of-age romance that gave us one of the most iconic love lines in Black cinema history.
Where to Watch: Available to rent or buy on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, Google Play, and YouTube Movies.
Love Jones
Poetry, jazz, and raw vulnerability define this Chicago love story. Nina and Darius navigate chemistry, miscommunication, and emotional growth in a film that redefined what grown Black romance could look like on screen.
Where to Watch: Streaming on Peacock and available for rental on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu.
Poetic Justice
After experiencing tragedy, Justice (Janet Jackson) embarks on a road trip that sparks an unexpected connection with Lucky (Tupac Shakur). Blending spoken word, heartbreak, and healing, this film became a ‘90s cultural staple.
Where to Watch: Available to rent or purchase on Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and YouTube Movies.
Sylvie’s Love
Set against the backdrop of 1960s Harlem, this elegant love story follows Sylvie and Robert as their romance blossoms through music, ambition, and life’s changing seasons. Soft, cinematic, and beautifully scored — a modern classic in the making.
Where to Watch: Streaming exclusively on Amazon Prime Video.
Brown Sugar
Childhood friends Sidney and Dre reconnect as adults working in the music industry, forcing them to confront the question: when did they fall in love? A nostalgic, music-driven romance that celebrates both hip-hop and heart.
Where to Watch: Streaming on Hulu and available for rental on Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV.
If Beale Street Could Talk
Based on the novel by James Baldwin, this tender and heartbreaking love story follows Tish and Fonny as they fight to stay connected while injustice threatens to tear them apart. A visually stunning reminder that Black love endures even in the face of systemic hardship.
Where to Watch: Streaming on Hulu and available for rental or purchase on major digital platforms.