Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Eli Pope, also known as Rowan, and affectionately (or fearfully) dubbed Papa Pope, is one of the most compelling characters on Scandal. As the enigmatic head of the top-secret government organization B613, Rowan is introduced as Olivia Pope’s estranged father in season 3. A master manipulator with a chilling demeanor, Eli has a deep, complex […]
The second annual HBCU First Look Film Festival is set to make a powerful return this November, offering an exciting mix of screenings, panel discussions, networking, and exclusive career-building opportunities for students and aspiring filmmakers. Running from November 8 – 10 at Howard University, the festival promises an unparalleled experience for attendees, bridging the gap […]
Apple TV+ has confirmed the renewal of the comedy-drama series Shrinking for a third season, just a day after the premiere of its second season. This announcement was made during the show’s panel at New York Comic Con, where cast members and creators engaged with fans and discussed the series’ development. READ: Saying Goodbye: 60+ […]
Akela Cooper, known for her work on horror films like M3GAN, Malignant, and The Nun II, has been tapped to adapt the chilling comic book The Lot for the up-and-coming comic publisher, Bad Idea. Cooper will not only adapt but also produce the feature film, joining forces with Bad Idea’s founder and CEO, Dinesh Shamdasani, […]
AMC has officially pulled the plug on Parish, the crime drama starring Giancarlo Esposito, after just one season. The series, which premiered in MARCH with a six-episode run, was adapted from the British drama The Driver and followed Esposito’s character, Gracian “Gray” Parish, a family man-turned-wheelman navigating the dangerous criminal underworld of New Orleans. READ: Saying […]
OWN is bringing the holiday spirit back with its annual “OWN for the Holidays” event, now in its sixth year, featuring three brand-new original films for the 2024 festive season. The heartwarming lineup will premiere on three consecutive Saturdays in December, with each movie celebrating love, family, and the magic of the holiday season. OWN […]
Tika Sumpter is set to co-write and star in an upcoming romantic comedy for Amazon MGM Studios, directed by Tyler Perry. The film, currently under the working title Sisters in Italy, marks another collaboration between Sumpter and Perry, following their previous work on films like A Madea Christmas and the TV series The Haves and […]
As we usher in the holiday season, get ready for a festive treat! In 2024, over 70 new holiday movies are set to grace our screens. Among them, we’ve curated a list of 29+ films that shine a spotlight on diversity, featuring Black actors in leading or prominent roles. These movies promise to bring warmth, […]
Hallmark is diving into the holiday spirit with its inaugural holiday series, Holidazed, set to explore the lively interactions among multiple families living in a cozy cul-de-sac. This eight-episode limited series will premiere with two episodes on Thursday, Nov. 14, exclusively on Hallmark+, followed by a new episode every Thursday until Dec. 24. READ: 23+ New […]
CBS is gearing up for the premiere of The Equalizer season 5, offering a series of first look images along with a sneak peek teaser clip. The new season is set to debut on October 20, 2024, with episode one, titled “The Lost Ones”, airing at 9:30 p.m. ET/PT. The show will then return to […]