This trope, first coined by filmmaker Spike Lee, depicts Black supporting characters whose sole ... His perspective shifts when he falls in love with Lizzie (Bogan) — Jason’s workmate and crush — ...

(L to R) An-Li Bogan as "Lizzie" and Justice Smith as "Aren" in director Kobi Libii's THE AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MAGICAL NEGROES, a Focus Features release. Credit: Tobin Yelland / Focus Features The ...