Challenger (1990, TV Movie)

Starring:

• Karen Allen
• Joe Morton
• Angela Bassett
• Barry Bostwick
• Julie Fulton
• Richard Jenkins
• Brian Kerwin
• Keone Young
• Raye Birk
• James Monroe Black

Storyline

As the world excitedly awaited what should have been a routine liftoff for the space shuttle Challenger, equipment complications turned the mission into a ticking time-bomb. Adding to the drama of the mission was the presence of Christa McAuliffe (Karen Allen), a school teacher chosen from hundreds of candidates to be the first civilian in space. Based on the true story of the tragic space shuttle disaster, this compelling account offers a poignant look into the lives of the seven crew members during the months leading up to the launch. Joe Morton (Brother From Another Planet) stars as Dr. Ronald E. McNair. He was the second African-American in outer space.

Note: This post is a little personal as Ronald McNair attended my alma mater, North Carolina A&T State University. Aggie Pride!!

Dangerous Passion [a.k.a. Action Jackson 2] (1990)

Starring:

• Carl Weathers
• Billy Dee Williams 
• Lonette McKee

Storyline
When an up-and-coming underworld figure (Carl Weathers) maneuvers out of harm's way after his employer frames him for an assassination, the lucky guy's given a promotion for his trouble. In his new position, he finds himself dangerously involved with his ruthless boss's (Billy Dee Williams) beautiful wife (Lonette McKee), which leads to trouble, double-crosses ... and murder. 

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