The Debate Over ‘Jungle Fever’ : PRO-LEE
T imes staff writer Itabari Njeri’s commentary on Spike Lee’s film “Jungle Fever” (“Doing the Wrong Thing,” June 23) has prompted an outpouring from readers, with responses supporting Lee outnumbering those supporting Njeri about 2 to 1. A sampling:
Blacks’ Proud Heritage
In “Jungle Fever,” Lee shows two interracial pairs. One comes together because of what he calls “sexual mythology” and the other because of mutual interests and respect. At no point does he suggest that the races should not mix. That obviously went over Njeri’s head.
She seems to think that blacks should forget about being black and concentrate on universal love and brotherhood. Why should we, when whites have never shown any willingness to embrace such concepts? Yes, as she says, blacks do have the blood of many other races and ethnic groups. We also have a long and proud heritage that many want to preserve.
ALDORE COLLIER
West Hollywood
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