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Netflix dropped some new images and the release date for its action-thriller ‘Back in Action,; featuring Hollywood veterans Jamie Foxx and Cameron Diaz. Set to premiere on November 15, 2024, this project marks a significant return for both Foxx and Diaz. Foxx is a year post his scary life-threatening illness and Diaz is back from […]
Raven-Symoné, known for her longstanding relationship with Disney, is set to expand her collaboration with the entertainment giant through a new multi-year overall deal at Disney Branded Television. This deal will see her take on various roles including producer, director, and developer across both linear and streaming platforms, with a particular focus on multi-cam comedies. […]
The 28th American Black Film Festival in Miami Beach is gearing up to showcase a dynamic lineup of premieres, discussions, and screenings highlighting Black talent in the film industry. Scheduled from June 12-16, with a virtual segment extending until June 24, the festival will feature the premiere of Kerry Washington’s second season of “UnPrisoned.” Washington, […]
The highly anticipated transition of the beloved musical “Wicked” from stage to screen has sparked excitement among fans and industry insiders alike. After captivating audiences for over two decades with its enchanting tale, the film adaptation promises to be a spectacular event, set to redefine cinematic experiences this holiday season. Starring powerhouse performers Cynthia Erivo […]
Lionsgate has recently unveiled the official trailer for the serial killer mystery film, ‘Boneyard,’ directed by Asif Akbar. The cast includes Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson, Mel Gibson, Nora Zehetner, Michael Sirow, Spice Williams Crosby, Weston Cage, Gabrielle Haugh, and Brian Van Holt. The storyline of “Boneyard” centers around the discovery of skeletal remains of 11 […]
Fox has unveiled its programming lineup for the upcoming 2024-2025 season, featuring a mix of new dramas and an animated series set to premiere in the fall, with additional launches slated for midseason. Among the new dramas introduced is ‘Murder in a Small Town,’ based on a nine-book novel series by L.R. Wright. ‘Murder in […]
In an exclusive collaboration aimed at promoting diverse storytelling, Mansa, the ad-supported streaming platform focusing on Black content, has joined forces with ARRAY Releasing, spearheaded by acclaimed filmmaker Ava DuVernay. This partnership will see a curated selection of ARRAY’s independent feature films made available directly to audiences through the Mansa Streaming Service and on the […]
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Great American Pure Flix is set to premiere its third original series since merging with Sony’s streaming service Pure Flix last June. The new faith drama, “Destination Heaven,” stars Harry Lennix (known for “The Blacklist” and “Man of Steel”) as God. The six-part series will debut on May 24 and follows God as he meets […]
ABC adds “High Potential” to its fall lineup and has released a teaser trailer for it. It’s one of two new fall 2024 drama series, with Ryan Murphy’s “Doctor Odyssey” being the second series. READ: Fox Renews ‘Alert: Missing Persons Unit’ for Season 3 With Continuous Filming for New Season High Potential is based on […]
We’re launching something big: Beyond the Screen Watch Party. You know those weekly watchlists and “have you seen these films” posts we share? Well, we’re taking that experience beyond social media and onto our home screens to livestream together. I’ve really missed the communal vibe of watching movies with thousands of people tweeting at the […]