Super Fly (1972)

Directed by Gordon Parks Jr.
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  1. Shaft (1971)
    "Directed by Gordon Parks Jr., the son of *Shaft* director Gordon Parks, *Super Fly* is a seminal blaxploitation film that follows a Harlem drug dealer's attempt to leave the criminal world. The film's production was influenced by the success of *Shaft*, and it became a defining entry in the genre." Super Fly %281972 film%29 Wikipedia

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  1. BlacKkKlansman (2018)
    "A seminal Blaxploitation film, *Super Fly* features a Black protagonist navigating the challenges of urban life. In *BlacKkKlansman*, characters discuss Blaxploitation films like *Super Fly*, reflecting on their cultural significance and influence." Forbes source

Super Fly (1972), directed by Gordon Parks Jr., was inspired by 1 earlier film — including Shaft — and has been cited as an influence on 1 later work, such as BlacKkKlansman. Check out the citations below.