Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Broadway is about to witness Othello like never before. Denzel Washington and Jake Gyllenhaal are stepping into Shakespeare’s timeless tragedy, bringing their award-winning talents to the stage in a production already shaping up to be one of the most anticipated events of the year. Directed by Tony Award winner Kenny Leon, this strictly limited 15-week […]
Souleymane Cissé, the Malian film director regarded as one of the first generation of African filmmakers, has passed away at the age of 84. Widely celebrated as “Africa’s greatest living filmmaker,” Cissé dedicated his life to telling powerful, thought-provoking stories that reshaped global perceptions of African cinema. His 1987 masterpiece Yeelen (The Light), often considered […]
It’s been 15 years since Michael Jackson’s passing, but his name continues to be a lightning rod for controversy. Now, just months before the 16th anniversary of his untimely death, another documentary is set to rehash the same accusations that have surrounded the late icon for decades. Director Dan Reed, who helmed the 2019 HBO […]
Edward Enninful is stepping into a bold new chapter. A year after wrapping up his tenure as British Vogue’s editor-in-chief with a history-making final issue, Enninful has unveiled his latest venture: EE72, a global media and entertainment company. Partnering with his sister, Akua Enninful, the powerhouse duo is setting out to redefine storytelling with “transformational […]
Joy Sunday (Wednesday) and Chris Perfetti (Abbott Elementary, Twinless) are the latest additions to HBO’s upcoming seven-episode limited series DTF St. Louis. The project, created by writer, director, and showrunner Steve Conrad, is currently in production. The darkly comedic series follows a love triangle between three adults navigating the trials of middle age—one that ultimately […]
CBS is locking in its biggest hits for another year—and in some cases, two. The network has officially renewed nine series for new seasons, with fan-favorite supernatural comedy Ghosts securing a two-season renewal, extending its run through 2026-2027. The full list of renewed shows includes: Ghosts (renewed through Season 6) Tracker (Season 3) Fire Country […]
Angela Bassett is keeping it real about her 2023 Oscars experience. The Black Panther: Wakanda Forever star, who made history as the first actor to earn an Academy Award nomination for a Marvel film, recently reflected on the moment she lost Best Supporting Actress to Jamie Lee Curtis (Everything Everywhere All at Once). In a […]
Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor stays booked and delivering nothing but excellence. The Academy Award, Emmy, and Golden Globe nominee has joined the cast of Lucky, the upcoming Apple TV+ limited series starring and executive produced by Anya Taylor-Joy. Created by Jonathan Tropper (Warrior), Lucky is based on Marissa Stapley’s bestselling novel and Reese’s Book Club pick of […]
ABC is keeping the 9-1-1 franchise alive and well—this time, with a Southern twist. The network has officially ordered 9-1-1: Nashville, marking the third installment in the high-stakes first responder series. The announcement comes just weeks after 9-1-1: Lone Star wrapped its five-season run on Fox. But instead of Texas, the franchise’s next chapter is […]
We’re still piecing together the puzzle, but one thing’s for sure—Hulu’s Paradise is sticking around for another round. The streaming platform just renewed the mystery thriller for a second season, extending the suspense surrounding a presidential assassination and the secrets buried beneath the surface. Created by Dan Fogelman (This Is Us), Paradise follows Secret Service […]