Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Oscar-nominated actress Taraji P. Henson recently laid bare the consistent pay disparities plaguing Hollywood in an emotional SiriusXM interview with Gayle King. Promoting her upcoming film, “The Color Purple,” Henson broke down in tears as she revealed the toll of being underpaid and the impact on her career, going so far as to contemplate quitting […]
Tubi is shining a light on women’s basketball with the upcoming documentary “SHATTERED GLASS: A WNBPA Story.” The documentary aims to provide a straightforward look into the lives of WNBA players. Scheduled to debut on January 31, 2024, it’s notable for being the first documentary to feature four WNBA MVP players. The featured MVP players […]
In a fierce bidding war among major streamers, Amazon MGM Studios emerged victorious, securing the rights to an action-adventure series starring Octavia Spencer and Hannah Waddingham. The untitled show, based on an original idea by Tessa Coates, received an eight-episode, straight-to-series order from Amazon. The series follows the story of best friends Judith (Waddingham) and […]
MGM+ has renewed its science-fiction mystery thriller “Beacon 23” for a second season, based on Hugh Howey’s best-selling book. The new season, produced by Boat Rocker, is scheduled to premiere on MGM+ in April 2024, consisting of eight episodes. Zak Penn, known for his work on “Ready Player One” and “Free Guy,” is the creator […]
As we approach the end of the year, December marks a fitting time to reflect on the standout television offerings of 2023. Our list of “31 Best TV Shows and Limited Series to Premiere in 2023” compiles a selection of noteworthy productions that have defined the small screen landscape throughout the year. And all shows […]
Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson will headline Peacock’s year end special, 2023 Back That Year Up With Kevin Hart and Kenan Thompson. The duo will also executive produce the special which will premiere on the streamer, December 26. The comedy duo aims to provide an unfiltered comedic take on major events from the past year, […]
Netflix’s upcoming political thriller, “Zero Day,” adds Angela Bassett, Dan Stevens, Matthew Modine, Bill Camp, and McKinley Belcher III to its cast. The series, featuring Robert De Niro in his first lead TV role, centers around the investigation of a global cyberattack and explores the challenges of discerning truth in a world dominated by conspiracy […]
Apple TV+ has officially greenlit a second season for “The Buccaneers,” a critically acclaimed drama by The Forge. Inspired by Edith Wharton’s final unfinished novel, the series stars Kristine Frøseth as Nan St. George and features a stellar cast including Alisha Boe, Josie Totah, Aubri Ibrag, Imogen Waterhouse, Christina Hendricks, and Mia Threapleton. The show, […]
Netflix is set to launch into 2024 with a chilling glimpse into a dystopian future with the release of the trailer for “The Kitchen.” The film, co-directed by Kibwe Tavares and Daniel Kaluuya, who also serves as co-writer and co-producer, is scheduled to start streaming on January 19th, 2024. The storyline unfolds in a near-future […]
Marvel Studios has announced the departure of Jonathan Majors from the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) following his guilty verdict in his domestic violence trial. The Primetime Emmy-nominated actor, known for his portrayal of Kang the Conqueror, faced charges of reckless assault and harassment, leading to a swift decision by the studio. Today (Dec 18) Majors […]