Library Of Congress Adds 1990’s ‘House Party’ As A Comedy Landmark

The Library of Congress is adding the 1990 comedy classic “House Party” to its National Film Registry. Written and directed by Reginald Hudlin, the movie was among 25 titles named for induction by the de facto national library Wednesday. Advertisement “House Party” centers around teenage characters played by Christopher Reid and Christopher Martin of hip-hop duo Kid ’n Play. Play (Martin) throws a party while his parents are away on vacation, and Kid (Reid) attends despite being grounded. The film “joins the registry as a 1990 comedy landmark, as it put Black teenagers, hip-hop music and New Jack swing culture… Read Full Article