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With a heavy heart and deep sadness, I report the passing of a beloved husband and actor, Chadwick Boseman, who left this earth at the age of 43-years-old. A representative for Chadwick Boseman stated that he battled with colon cancer for four years. Many people worldwide are devastated to hear the news of our beloved […]
Based on the award-winning Newberry Medal book by Katherine Applegate, Disney’s THE ONE AND ONLY IVAN is a live-action story about a unique gorilla that reminds us of a friendship’s beauty, the power of visualization and the significance of the place one calls home. The film is available now and streaming exclusively on Disney+ for […]
Named as America’s first Black nighttime talk show host during the Civil Rights/Black Power Movement, Ellis Haizlip opened the door as a pioneer for many others to follow in his footsteps. The award-winning documentary MR. SOUL! – A FILM BY MELISSA HAIZLIP comes to theaters and over 50 virtual cinemas on August 28, 2020, and will showcase […]
As an African American in today’s society, if you ever need a reminder that your historic skin and culture is full of affluence, BLACK IS KING visually captivates this narrative with a profound emphasis. BLACK IS KING, a film by Beyoncé is absolutely breathtaking. The one word that comes to mind while watching this […]
Originally slated to make its world premiere as an official selection at SXSW 2020, RZA’s anticipated crime thriller CUT THROAT CITY is set to premiere July 17, 2020 in theaters nationwide. Well Go USA plans to release the film on 300 screens across the U.S. Directed by RZA and written by P.G. Cuschieri, Cut Throat City stars Demetrius Shipp […]
Comedian/Actress Tiffany Haddish doesn’t have plans on slowing down her career anytime soon. On July 13, 2020 Focus Features announced they have acquired Academy Award® nominee Paul Schrader’s revenge thriller The Card Counter out of Cannes’ virtual market. The Card Counter brings together the talents of Golden Globe winner Oscar Isaac (Inside Llewyn Davis), Emmy Award winner […]
Congratulations to Beyoncé on receiving the BET Humanitarian Award for her years of impactful philanthropic service. In honor of our symbolic history, Beyonce Knowles-Carter created a film to unearth the richness of our culture. BLACK IS KING will arrive via streaming July 31st on the Disney+ digital channel. Originally produced to coincide with the release […]
During tonight’s broadcast of the 20th BET Awards, the trailer for Aretha Franklin’s biopic was revealed. Aretha Franklin handpicked Academy Award winner Jennifer Hudson to play her in the upcoming biopic Respect, following Franklin’s life from singing in her father’s church, to becoming one of the most iconic figures in the music industry. Joining Hudson in the cast […]
The inspirational fight for justice will not occur overnight or in a week, month, or a year’s timeframe. Equality for all shall render a marathon approach. This modern-day walk or sprint towards justice requires physical and mental strength to combat the roots of systemic racism that have held our country’s fibers for centuries. Our ancestors […]
Ice Cube’s 1998 film, “The Player’s Club,” is the last film known to a generation of strip club enthusiasts that has created a phenomenon of scene clips that still impact us today. In the year 2020, I am delighted to report that we have a new television series by Executive Producer/Showrunner Katori Hall on the […]