Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
LaKeith Stanfield, fresh from his role in Jeymes Samuel’s “The Book of Clarence,” is set to star alongside Mark Wahlberg in the upcoming crime thriller “Play Dirty.” Directed by Shane Black for Amazon MGM Studios, the film is an adaptation of Donald E. Westlake’s Parker novels. Play Dirty revolves around Wahlberg’s character, a seasoned professional […]
The third season of the Showtime psychological thriller, Yellowjackets, will not hit screens until 2025. The delay is attributed to the impact of the writers and actors strikes that disrupted production for many scripted series. After the WGA strike began in May, the writers room for Yellowjackets temporarily closed, resuming operations in September. The series, […]
“Welcome to the jungle,” Eddie says in the trailer for The Gentlemen. Netflix has dropped the official trailer for “The Gentlemen,” a TV series inspired by Guy Ritchie’s 2019 film of the same name. Starring Theo James and Giancarlo Esposito, the series introduces a new narrative within Ritchie’s universe, set to premiere on the streaming […]
Emmy Awards night was nothing short of spectacular, especially when the legendary Marla Gibbs graced the red carpet, showcasing timeless elegance and wit. The 92-year-old star of “The Jeffersons” and “227” stole the show in a stunning long-sleeve black velvet gown adorned with dazzling jeweled embellishments and a trailing silhouette. READ: Quinta Brunson Becomes Second […]
In a heartwarming reunion, the iconic cast of “Martin” came together at the 75th annual Emmy Awards, captivating audiences with a blast from the past. Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Tichina Arnold, and Carl Anthony Payne II, the iconic quartet that brought laughter to ’90s primetime TV, shared the stage at the Peacock Theater in Los […]
In a groundbreaking moment at the 75th Primetime Emmy Awards, Quinta Brunson secured her place in history by winning the Emmy for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series for her outstanding performance in Season 2 of “Abbott Elementary.” This achievement marks a significant milestone as Quinta becomes the second Black woman to receive this […]
Universal Pictures and Jordan Peele’s Monkeypaw Productions have secured Marlon Wayans to star in their upcoming sports horror film “Goat.” The project, based on a pitch by Zack Akers and Skip Bronkie, is set to be directed by Justin Tipping, known for his work on “Kicks.” READ: Giancarlo Esposito and Will Catlett Star in Kidnapping-Horror […]
Updated with winners. BEST ADAPTED SCREENPLAY (non-televised) Cord Jefferson – American Fiction BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS Da’Vine Joy Randolph – The Holdovers BEST ACTRESS IN A COMEDY SERIES Ayo Edebiri – The Bear (FX) BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE SERIES (non-televised) Lupin (Netflix) BEST COMEDY SERIES The Bear (FX) BEST LIMITED SERIES Beef (Netflix) BEST DRAMA SERIES Succession […]
Premiering on January 17, 2024, “Wild Cards” is set to bring a fresh take to the crime-solving genre with its comedic twist. The Canadian-American police procedural crime drama series, co-produced by CBC and The CW, stars Vanessa Morgan as Max Mitchell, a clever con woman, and Giacomo Gianniotti as Cole Ellis, a by-the-book and sardonic […]
We all recognize the incredible Shonda Rhimes for gifting us with iconic shows like ‘Grey’s Anatomy,’ ‘Scandal,’ and ‘Queen Charlotte,’ among others. When you factor in her production moniker, Shondaland, you delve into a world that includes ‘How to Get Away With Murder,’ ‘Bridgerton,’ and much more. However, what many might not have realized is […]