Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Long-haul flights can feel like a marathon, but with a little planning, they’re the perfect opportunity to dive into movies that entertain, inspire, or comfort you. Whether your flight is 10, 16, or even 20 hours, this watchlist is designed to keep you engaged for the journey—no matter where you’re headed. For me, I’m en […]
The wait is almost over—Sweet Magnolias is heading back to Serenity on Thursday, February 6, 2025. Netflix has confirmed that all ten episodes of the fourth season will be available to stream that day, bringing us another chapter in the lives of Maddie, Helen, and Dana Sue as they navigate love, family, and life in […]
Netflix has unveiled the official trailer for The Electric State, a dystopian sci-fi adventure directed by Anthony and Joe Russo, set to debut on March 14, 2025. Based on Simon Stålenhag’s graphic novel, the film is a retro-futuristic take on the 1990s, blending heart, action, and mystery in a robot-inhabited world. The story follows Michelle, […]
Andre Holland is set to star in The Revisionist, the feature directorial debut from Alex Vlack. The drama, written by Vlack, is currently filming in Louisville, KY, and boasts an impressive cast including two-time Oscar winner Dustin Hoffman, Alison Brie, and Tom Sturridge. In The Revisionist, the story centers on Elise, a successful novelist who […]
Barry Jenkins, the acclaimed director of Moonlight, steps into Disney’s legacy with Mufasa: The Lion King. Reflecting on the iconic franchise, Jenkins shared, “The Lion King transcends barriers of language and culture. It’s heavy to consider the audience’s deep relationship with these characters, some for over 30 years.” The film explores Mufasa’s backstory, portraying him […]
As 2024 draws to a close, it’s time to celebrate the incredible diversity and creativity that defined this year in cinema. From moving dramas to breathtaking epics, this year brought us stories that captivated hearts, challenged perspectives, and showcased talent from every corner of the industry. BLEX is proud to present our End of the […]
Director RaMell Ross (Hale County This Morning, This Evening) transforms Colson Whitehead’s Pulitzer Prize-winning novel The Nickel Boys into a bold and deeply affecting cinematic experience. With a gripping narrative centered on systemic racism, friendship, and survival, the film dives into the harrowing realities of the fictional Nickel Academy, a Jim Crow-era reform school modeled […]
Craig Robinson is set to play a villainous role in Toad, an upcoming comedy feature directed by Adam Rifkin and produced under the Laugh Factory Presents banner. Filming for the psychedelic road-trip comedy is scheduled to begin in February. Inspired by cult classics like Cheech and Chong’s Up in Smoke, Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure, […]
Tyler Perry has put the brakes on conversations about a third installment of his Why Did I Get Married? franchise, despite earlier teasing the possibility. Perry had previously sparked excitement by sharing a glimpse of a script titled Why Did I Get Married Again? on social media. The post featured an image of his computer […]
NBC is pulling out all the stops to honor 50 years of Saturday Night Live, and the celebration kicks off with a major music documentary directed by Oscar winner Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson and Emmy winner Oz Rodriguez. Titled Ladies & Gentlemen… 50 Years of SNL Music, the three-hour special will delve into the untold stories […]