For most films, the title card will say the director's name and then "film," so, for example, "A Steven Spielberg Film" or "A Film By Quentin Tarantino." However, Spike Lee is one of those directors who is always pushing the boundaries of creativity. He is known for his provocative narratives that investigate racial themes, feature deeply complex characters , boast galvanizing hip-hop soundtracks, and kinetic visuals — like his signature double dolly shot where characters appear to float through scenes. The Atlantic describes his films as "unabashedly bold and combative." The majority of Spike Lee's films have the credit, "A Spike Lee Joint."

Why would Spike Lee call his movies a "joint" instead of a film? Let's look at the several meanings of the word. One of the first definitions is

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