The only black family living in a small midwestern town at the turn of the century confront prejudice, as seen through the eyes of the young daughter.

A neighborhood "problem solver" is framed for murder by a couple of local crime bosses trying to get him out the way.

A corrupt prison guard becomes involved in a plot to murder a black revolutionary serving time in his prison.

A black girl seeks a tutor, hoping a good education will help her escape from poor housing projects.

In New York City, a young black boy and Puerto Rican girl fall in love despite objections from each other's families.

A racist officer is put in charge of a squad of black troops charged with taking an important bridge from the Germans.