Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Hulu has officially canceled its original drama series Black Cake after just one season, putting an end to the show nearly a year after its debut. The series, which premiered in November 2023, will not return for a second season, leaving fans of the drama with only its initial run to enjoy. The decision comes […]
Horror and thriller movies are known for their jump scares, suspenseful music, and spine-tingling plot twists. But for black actors, these genres have historically been a double-edged sword. Black actors are often relegated to stereotypical roles. And almost always die before the credits roll, sometimes before the credits at the beginning. However, there are some […]
October is almost here, and you know what that means—it’s time to dive into some new horror and thriller movies! Whether you’re into supernatural hauntings, psychological thrillers, or classic monster revivals, 2024 has something for everyone. READ: 31 Best Horror Movies to Watch in October I’ve rounded up 26 edge-of-your-seat films that were released this year […]
The heartfelt Hulu series UnPrisoned, part of Onyx Collective, has been canceled after two seasons. Star and executive producer Kerry Washington took to Instagram to share the news with fans, expressing both disappointment and gratitude. “Ladies & Gents, that is a wrap on UnPrisoned,” Washington wrote. “This beautiful show that we poured so much of […]
Fox’s crime procedural Accused is gearing up for an intense second season, with a fresh slate of stars joining the cast. Sonequa Martin-Green (Star Trek: Discovery) and Mike Colter (Luke Cage) are among the latest names confirmed, alongside Jamie Chung (Lovecraft Country), Sherri Saum (The Fosters), and Kiara Barnes (Fantasy Island). In the upcoming season, […]
Kym Whitley (Act Your Age) has joined the cast of Killing Mary Sue, an action-packed thriller from Bleiberg Entertainment. The film also features Sierra McCormick (American Horror Stories), Dermot Mulroney (My Best Friend’s Wedding), Sean Patrick Flanery (The Boondock Saints), Jason Mewes (Clerks), and Martin Kove (Cobra Kai). Currently in post-production, Killing Mary Sue will […]
The Wild Robot is a captivating animated film that blends humor, heartfelt moments, and stunning visuals to deliver a poignant story about parenthood, adaptation, and connection. Directed by Chris Sanders and based on Peter Brown’s beloved 2016 novel, the film features Lupita Nyong’o as Roz, a service robot stranded on a wild island teeming with […]
Mary J. Blige is set to bring her music to the screen once again, announcing her role as executive producer for Family Affair, a film inspired by her iconic 2001 hit of the same name. This project marks the beginning of a new multi-picture deal with Lifetime, and it is slated to premiere in 2025 […]
A24 is developing a television adaptation of Chinua Achebe’s iconic novel Things Fall Apart, with Idris Elba set to star as the lead character and executive produce the series. This exclusive news was first reported by Variety. Things Fall Apart tells the story of Okonkwo, one of the most iconic figures in African literature. Okonkwo, […]
Where the The Last of Us fans? HBO just dropped a thrilling two-minute first look at season 2 of the hit apocalyptic series. The release coincided with “Outbreak Day,” an annual tradition that marks the start of the cordyceps virus outbreak in the The Last of Us universe which was September 26, 2013. This year […]