New offerings on Netflix this month offer something for every mood: a gripping tale of legal justice led by a scrappy underdog, a mind-bending journey into dreams

With the holidays firmly in the rearview mirror, the start of the spring movie season still months away, and much of the entertainment industry laser-focused on the Oscar race, January is often a barren time for new film releases.

From ‘The Bernie Mac Show’ to ‘Colombiana,’ Netflix delivers a mix of classic sitcoms and new originals celebrating Black excellence this month.