Cornbread, Earl and Me

 "Cornbread, Earl and Me" is a drama film released in 1975.

Set in the inner city of Chicago, the film follows the story of a young African American boy named Cornbread (Keith Wilkes) who becomes a victim of police brutality.

The film centers around the close-knit community in which Cornbread lives, including his best friend, Earl Carter (Laurence Fishburne), and his family. Cornbread is a talented basketball player, admired by his peers and beloved by his family. However, his life takes a tragic turn when he is mistakenly shot and killed by the police, who believe he is a suspect in a crime.

As the community grapples with grief and outrage over Cornbread's death, Earl and his friends are determined to seek justice for their fallen friend. They organize protests and confrontations with the police, demanding accountability for Cornbread's senseless killing.