Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Dive into a world where words have power and ideas are challenged. Long before public libraries became common, books were being banned for their content—ranging from the provocative to the revolutionary. Today, while many of these literary works are readily available, they still face censorship in certain communities. From classics like George Orwell’s “1984” to […]
Seattle Seahawks Super Bowl champion Marshawn Lynch is expanding his acting portfolio with two exciting projects, ‘With Love’ and ‘He Bled Neon.’ Lynch, known for his dynamic presence on and off the football field, continues to make waves in the entertainment industry. READ: Eva Longoria, Marshawn Lynch and More Join Eddie Murphy’s Heist Comedy ‘The […]
Filmmaker D. Smith, known for her award-winning documentary “Kokomo City,” is teaming up with Media Res and Brandon Sharp’s Agenda for her next project, “BLVD.” This new documentary aims to explore the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s dream through a contemporary lens, asking the poignant question, “Was it just a dream?” “BLVD” will […]
Netflix’s upcoming sci-fi thriller, “Atlas,” is set to explore the intricate relationship between humanity and artificial intelligence, with Jennifer Lopez at the helm. Scheduled to premiere on May 24, the film follows the story of Atlas Shepherd, portrayed by Lopez, a brilliant but mistrustful data analyst who embarks on a mission to apprehend a rogue […]
Legendary actress Bette Midler has expressed interest in guest-starring on the popular ABC sitcom Abbott Elementary, suggesting herself for the role of Melissa Schemmenti’s mother. The renowned actress took to social media to convey her desire to join the cast of the acclaimed comedy series. Midler’s pitch for a role on the show was shared […]
Dulé Hill and Sarayu Blue are set to join Ellen Pompeo and Mark Duplass in Hulu’s upcoming limited series “Orphan” (working title). The eight-episode drama, executive produced by Pompeo and written by Katie Robbins, draws inspiration from the true story of Michael and Kristine Barnett, a Midwestern couple who adopt a girl with a rare […]
The CW’s popular drama “All American” is taking a significant step forward with an expanded episode order for Season 6, hinting at potential changes for future seasons. Originally slated for 13 episodes, the current season of “All American” will now run for 15 episodes, as per a report from Deadline. This decision aims to provide […]
Amazon Prime Video has officially renewed its post-apocalyptic series “Fallout” for a second season. The show, produced by Kilter Films and spearheaded by executive producers Jonathan Nolan and Lisa Joy, has received widespread acclaim and strong viewership numbers since its debut. “Fallout” made a significant impact upon its release, quickly becoming one of the top […]
The highly acclaimed neo-noir video game “El Paso, Elsewhere” is set to make its big-screen debut as a film adaptation, with discussions underway to bring aboard LaKeith Stanfield as both star and producer. The project is being helmed by Lorenzo di Bonaventura’s Di Bonaventura Pictures, known for blockbuster franchises like “Transformers” and “G.I. Joe.” Originally […]
Sony Pictures Television has secured the rights to Yaa Gyasi’s celebrated novel “Transcendent Kingdom.” The novel, written by the Ghanaian-American author, is set to be developed by producer Yvonne Orji under her First Look Deal with Sony. “Transcendent Kingdom,” Gyasi’s second novel, delves into the life of Gifty, a neuroscientist in training exploring the intricacies […]