The Real Story Behind The Making Of 'Judas And The Black Messiah' Is A Reminder Of The Power Of Black Unity Co-producer & MACRO founder & CEO Charles D. King shares the incredible backstory of the creative brotherhood that brought the film to life. Loading the player… Judas and the Black Messiah is now an Oscar Award-nominated film. As we all continue to revel in the well-deserved acclaim for this masterfully-told true story of the rise and murder of Black Panther Party leader chairman Fred Hampton at the hands of the FBI, it’s also worth noting that the way the story made its’ way to the big screen in the first place is equally as important as the history it brings to life.