Chicago and Cinema's First Black Kiss

Hear about the Chicago studio that filmed the movies' first onscreen kiss by a Black couple

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In 1898, "Something Good—Negro Kiss" made cinematic history as it captured what is believed to be the inaugural onscreen kiss between a Black couple. This groundbreaking 30-second silent film was produced within the confines of a Chicago studio, marking a significant moment in early cinema's portrayal of Black affection and intimacy.

On this short virtual walking tour with Chicago Movie Tours, let's learn more about the location of this studio—along with the rare film and the two talented actors featured in it.

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