About Jamaa Fanaka
Jamaa Fanaka is a renowned director born in Jackson, Mississippi, USA, with 24 credits to their name.
Jamaa Fanaka was an American filmmaker. He is best known for his 1979 film, Penitentiary, and is one of the leading directors of the L.A. Rebellion film movement. The L.A. Rebellion film movement, sometimes referred to as the "Los Angeles School of Black Filmmakers", or the UCLA Rebellion, refers to the new generation of young African and African-American filmmakers who studied at the UCLA Film...
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Portfolio Overview
Jamaa Fanaka has contributed to 8 unique projects, with an average rating of 5.4/10. Their work spans both film and television, showcasing diverse storytelling.
Career Timeline
A career spanning 1972 to 2004 (32 years), in which Jamaa Fanaka built a legendary body of work.
Primary Expertise
Known primarily for director. Jamaa Fanaka has worked behind the scenes on 22 productions.
Current Popularity
Jamaa Fanaka has a dedicated following, with a popularity score of 0.6.
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Which titles feature work by Jamaa Fanaka?
Jamaa Fanaka has contributed to acclaimed titles including Macked, Hammered, Slaughtered and Shafted. That is 24 credits in total. Primary field: director.
Jamaa Fanaka — what are they known for?
Primary field: director. The highest-rated titles are Macked, Hammered, Slaughtered and Shafted. The career now spans over 32 years.
How many titles does Jamaa Fanaka have?
Credited on 2 on-screen roles, 22 crew credits in feature films and 0 television titles. 24 screen credits in total.
Jamaa Fanaka — what are the latest titles?
Jamaa Fanaka is still working. The full filmography above shows the latest and upcoming projects.
Where can I watch titles with Jamaa Fanaka?
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