The BEST episodes directed by Cheryl Dunye
#1 - I Have Got You
The Village (2019) - Season 1 - Episode 10
An unexpected event brings Katie, Sarah, and Nick back into each other's orbits. Patricia deals with her diagnosis, which leads to an unexpected chance at re-connection for Ron. Enzo enlists Gabe to pull off a grand gesture. Ben faces his future and his past.
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#2 - The Viscount Who Loved Me
Bridgerton - Season 2 - Episode 8
Anthony lashes out as he awaits news of Kate, while Eloise turns to Theo for help in her Lady Whistledown hunt and Lady Featherington plans a grand ball.
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#3 - A Leg Up
The Chi - Season 2 - Episode 6
Brandon competes in the finals of The After Taste Food Competition. Emmett tries to smooth things over with the women in his life. Kevin and Jake get into a fight, while Kevin’s friendship with Maisha blossoms. Ronnie and Jada grow closer after a family secret comes to light.
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#4 - All Falls Down
Star - Season 3 - Episode 4
Still stressed and grieving, Carlotta lands celebrity host Ryan J to host Gravity Media's Snowball event, but it doesn't come easy. Meanwhile, Star finds out that Maurice stole from her, and Derek becomes skeptical about Alex's super-fan-turned-bestie, Olivia. Then, Simone is asked to speak at the Orange Ball; Cassie does business with her ex, Xander; Maurice gets a blast from the past; and someone's fate is revealed.
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#5 - Harmony
Bridgerton - Season 2 - Episode 7
Scandalous rumors swirl around the Bridgertons and the Sharmas. The queen’s ire over Lady Whistledown lands Eloise and Penelope in a quandary.
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#6 - Blowback
The Equalizer (2021) - Season 3 - Episode 5
When a smuggler being detained by the CIA must be transferred quickly to a secure debriefing site, McCall works with Carter Griffin to ensure he arrives unharmed. Also, Dante deals with the possibility of his father being released from prison.
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#7 - The Case of the Devlin House
Dead Boy Detectives - Season 1 - Episode 3
The group tries to free a family of spirits from a nightmarish loop inside a haunted house, but it triggers an extreme case of déjà vu for one detective.
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Sacred Lies - Season 2 - Episode 10
Peter tells Elsie the end of the story. Harper races to find Elsie before it’s too late.
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#9 - The Reaper
The Rookie: Feds - Season 1 - Episode 6
When Simone and Carter go undercover to find an international assassin known as The Reaper, a prisoner seeking bail recognizes Carter and nearly blows his cover. Laura and Brendon trace a lead on The Reaper’s assault rifle while Brendon works to heal his relationship with his father. Meanwhile, Simone’s demanding work schedule puts a strain on her relationship with Dina.
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#10 - Russian Navy
Claws - Season 2 - Episode 3
Desna’s relationship with Ruval deepens when he introduces her to his mother, Matilde. Polly grows concerned when Marnie continues to pull away from her. Meanwhile, Jenn, still depressed by Bryce’s recent indiscretion, falls off the wagon. After Uncle Daddy disrespects Zlata, he finds himself on the receiving end of Zlata’s twisted wrath.
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Sacred Lies - Season 2 - Episode 9
Harper follows a promising lead on Elsie’s family. Peter takes Elsie to an important place from her past, helping her access the truth about her mother.
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#12 - Atomic
American Gigolo - Season 1 - Episode 7
Julian turns to an old client for answers. Sunday uncovers a witness who could identify Julian's original betrayer. Michelle and Richard make a play for Colin's safe return.
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#13 - I Am Many
The Rookie: Feds - Season 1 - Episode 20
It’s a race against time as the Feds band together to stop death row inmate Foster and his cult following’s killing spree ahead of his execution. Meanwhile, as Cutty and Ruth’s relationship gets serious, Simone and Dina are forced to reconnect.
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#14 - Strange Case
Lovecraft Country - Season 1 - Episode 5
After making a devil's bargain with William, Ruby steps into the charmed shoes of a white woman, but her transformation only fortifies her resentment of the racial divide. A betrayal by Montrose unleashes Atticus' pent up rage, leaving Leti deeply disturbed and sending Montrose into the comforting arms of his secret lover.
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#15 - 1970s: The Vanguard of Struggle
Pride (2021) - Season 1 - Episode 3
In this personal journey, Cheryl Dunye interweaves archival footage, personal testimonies and interviews to show how the 1970s helped forge a national movement, from the first Gay Pride march, to the rise of artists like filmmaker Barbara Hammer and poet Audre Lorde, to the confrontation of intersectional feminism and the backlash and opposition from the religious right.
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#16 - Bette Davis Eyes
All Rise - Season 2 - Episode 8
Mark is forced to prosecute his childhood icon, Samara Strong, an '80s Hollywood star accused of murdering her husband 30 years ago. It's a showdown between him and celebrity lawyer Adam Pryce, who makes a mockery of the courthouse. To make matters worse, Judge Laski is presiding over cases in 802 while Lola is on maternity leave.
#18 - Condemned
The Equalizer (2021) - Season 4 - Episode 8
McCall races to help Dante and Big Ben after they are ambushed by a group of suspicious attackers and a major family secret is revealed. Meanwhile, at a party celebrating 50 years of hip-hop, Aunt Vi tries to maintain her status as the reigning queen of the annual cobbler baking contest and Dee suspects a mutual friend may have stolen prize money
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#19 - Present Is Prologue
4400 - Season 1 - Episode 13
Tensions rise as an attack is made on the Bois Blanc, putting everyone’s life in danger. Shanice and Logan do their best to keep Hayden safe, while Claudette and Jharrell try to reason with Manny. Meanwhile, Mildred still believes her sister can be saved and LaDonna takes to the streets in an effort to end the threat against the 4400.
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#20 - Chapter V
Dear White People - Season 3 - Episode 5
On Parents Weekend, Coco sets out to win a recommendation from the toughest professor on campus -- while contending with an unexpected visitor.
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#21 - Peppers
Y: The Last Man - Season 1 - Episode 9
As tensions at the Pentagon come to a head, Jennifer faces a new, surprising threat. Meanwhile, the Amazons hit the road.
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