Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Netflix released the trailer for Dave Chappelle’s seventh comedy special, “The Dreamer.” The special will premiere on the streamer, December 31, 2023. The upcoming special was filmed in Chappelle’s hometown of Washington, D.C., at the historic Lincoln Theatre. And like before is directed by Emmy Award-winning director Stan Lathan. He previously directed all seven of […]
Renowned South African playwright, producer, and composer Mbongeni Ngema has tragically passed away at the age of 68. He was involved in a head-on car collision while returning from a funeral in Lusikisiki, Eastern Cape. Ngema, best known for creating the iconic musical ‘Sarafina!,’ was a passenger in the vehicle involved in the accident. Ngema’s […]
Amazon’s original series, “THEM,” is set to return with its second season, “THEM: The Scare,” following a two-year hiatus. A new Prime Video reel highlights the 2024 shows and movies to come, including the release window for THEM season 2. The debut season, titled “Covenant,” premiered on Prime Video in April 2021, receiving acclaim for […]
Fans waiting on Jordan Peele’s next film will need to exercise patience as his Monkeypaw projects release dates has been postponed beyond 2024. While most were unwinding during the pre-Christmas week, Universal discreetly removed both Monkeypaw Productions projects originally slated for September 27 and Christmas Day in 2024 — Peele was directing this one. The […]
As we bid farewell to 2023, we reflect on the loss of some remarkable individuals who left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment. Among those who have departed this year are icons like Tina Turner, whose powerful voice and stage presence made her a music legend. READ: Rest in Peace: Celebs We Lost in […]
As we bid farewell to another remarkable year in cinema, BLEX is thrilled to present a curated list of the top 10 Directorial Debuts in 2023. These emerging directors have not only made their mark but have left an indelible impression on the cinematic landscape. From the sci-fi visionary Juel Taylor to the comedically insightful […]
As we wrap up this year, we look back at a compelling mix of family-friendly entertainment that defined 2023. From the enchanting depths of “The Little Mermaid” to the multiversal exploits of “Spider Man: Across The Universe,” these releases offered something for everyone. We followed the futuristic heroes of “Supa Team 4” in Zambia and […]
WE tv has green lit “The Barnes Bunch,” a new reality series centered on Matt Barnes, his fiancé Anansa Sims and their blended family. The couple, known for their active and supportive parenting of their six children, is set to take viewers on a journey through the challenges of blending their families in this unfiltered […]
HBO has officially renewed “The Gilded Age” for a third season. The decision to continue the series was made following the success of its second season, which concluded on December 17. Season 2 of the period drama is set in Easter morning 1883, amidst significant economic changes and conflicts between old and new systems in […]
Skye Townsend is set to join the cast of the CBS comedy “The Neighborhood” for its upcoming Season 6. “The Neighborhood,” created by Jim Reynolds, revolves around a white Midwestern family adjusting to life in a predominantly African American neighborhood in Pasadena, California. The new season of The Neighborhood will bring viewers back to South […]