Dawn Porter is taking her storytelling talents to new heights. Known for creating powerful, socially conscious documentaries, the award-winning filmmaker is making her narrative feature debut with Nobody: The Bert Williams Story, a film that will explore the life and legacy of one of the most important yet overlooked figures in American entertainment history. The […]
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Yara Shahidi, Sylvester Powell, and Isiah Hilt Cast in Indie Drama ‘Street Smart’
Yara Shahidi, Sylvester Powell, and Isiah Hilt have joined the cast of Street Smart, Catherine Hardwicke’s return to gritty, raw storytelling. Known for Thirteen and Lords of Dogtown, Hardwicke is back in her element with this indie drama, currently filming in Los Angeles. The film follows a lively group of unhoused young adults in a […]
Corey Hawkins Joins Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, and More in Christopher Nolan’s Epic Adaptation of The Odyssey
Corey Hawkins has been cast in The Odyssey, Christopher Nolan’s adaptation of Homer’s epic poem for Universal Pictures. He joins a star-studded ensemble that includes Zendaya, Lupita Nyong’o, Matt Damon, Tom Holland, Anne Hathaway, Robert Pattinson, Benny Safdie, Charlize Theron, Himesh Patel, Elliot Page, Bill Irwin, Samantha Morton, Jesse Garcia, Will Yun Lee, and Mia […]
‘Pound 4 Pound’ Trailer Throws Punches, Betrayal, and Grit in BET’s New Series from BET Africa
BET is stepping into the ring with its latest drama series Pound 4 Pound, a 13-part BET Africa Original, set to premiere on Wednesday, February 26, at 10 PM ET. The high-stakes series will air weekly, with its season finale on Wednesday, May 21. The story centers on Lindiwe Mkhwanazi, played by Enhle Mbali Mlotshwa, […]
Max’s ‘The Pitt’ Renewed for Another Season, Despite Ongoing Legal Drama
The Pitt is coming back for more drama and high-pressure moments. Max has officially renewed the fast-paced medical series for a second season. Created by R. Scott Gemmill (NCIS: Los Angeles) and produced by John Wells Productions and Warner Bros. Television, the show follows Dr. Michael “Robby” Robinavitch (Noah Wyle) through a relentless 15-hour shift […]
Gene “Groove” Allen, Rapper and Actor from ‘House Party’ Franchise Dies at 63
Gene “Groove” Allen, the rapper and actor best known for his roles in the House Party films and as a member of the rap group Groove B. Chill, has passed away at 63, according to TMZ. The Bronx native rose to prominence in the early 1990s, leaving an indelible mark on both hip-hop and film. […]
Kadeem Hardison, Marshawn Lynch, Darrell Britt Gibson, and Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje Among 9 Joining ‘Euphoria’ Season 3, as 7 Original Cast Members Exit
Update: While it was originally reported that Dominic Fike was not returning, according to Variety who was the first to report this news, he will reprise his role as Elliot Euphoria Season 3 is officially underway, and it’s bringing some fresh faces while saying goodbye to several familiar ones. READ: First Look at ‘Euphoria’ Season 3 […]
‘Bridgerton’ Season 4 First Look: Masquerade Ball Sparks Classism and Love [TEASER]
While we wait for Bridgerton’s return—previously teased to be as late as 2026—Netflix offered an exciting Valentine’s Day update. The streamer shared first-look images and an behind-the-scenes teaser from Season 4, giving us a glimpse at what’s ahead in the next chapter of the Bridgerton family saga. Season 4 introduces a fresh love story, […]
‘The Handmaid’s Tale’ Drops Teaser for Final Season; Sequel Series ‘The Testaments’ Casts Chase Infiniti as Lead
While our reality may feel like its inching towards The Handmaid’s Tale, the series is coming to an end—but not without launching a sequel that we can only hope won’t feel like art imitating life for the next four years. Hulu just announced the premiere date for the sixth and final season of its flagship […]
O’Shea Jackson Jr. to Star in Dark Road Trip Comedy ‘The Shitheads’
O’Shea Jackson Jr, Dave Franco, and Peter Dinklage walk into a movie… sounds like the start of a wild ride, right? It is. Jackson, Franco, and Dinklage are teaming up for The Shitheads, an upcoming dark comedy from writer-director Macon Blair (The Toxic Avenger, I Don’t Feel at Home in This World Anymore). The film […]