Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
ESSENCE magazine, a groundbreaking publication that has been at the forefront of celebrating the beauty and achievements of Black women, has a remarkable origin story. Founded by four Black men in 1968, the company’s story will be told in its upcoming five-part documentary ‘Time of Essence’ premiering this August on Own. Recently, during the 27th […]
Warner Bros. Discovery is reportedly in talks to offer some of its HBO library titles to streaming giant Netflix. If the deal goes through, it would mark the first time in nearly a decade that HBO shows would be available on a rival streaming service in the United States. According to Deadline, the popular comedy […]
As Culture Con 2023 continues to make waves in the world of creativity and innovation, we take a moment to reflect on the recent chapter that unfolded in Los Angeles. The event, which took place on June 17th, saw thousands of diverse creatives coming together for a dynamic experience filled with skill-building workshops, interactive activations, […]
Nia Long is set to tell her story with her forthcoming memoir, to be published by 13a, an imprint of Gallery Books. The book will delve into Long’s remarkable career, her experiences as a mother, and her activism, while offering a candid account of her life and personal reflections. Expressing her excitement, Long told Essence, […]
Get ready for an extended dose of the compelling drama series ‘The Chi’ as Lena Waithe delivers a remarkable gift to fans. Season six of the show, created and executive produced by Waithe, will feature a staggering 16 episodes instead of the usual 10. Mark your calendars for August 4th as the premiere date of […]
“Project Greenlight” is back with a new season, and this time, it’s putting the spotlight on all-female directors. The reality series, originally produced by Ben Affleck and Matt Damon, ran on HBO and Bravo from 2001 to 2005, with a brief return in 2015. Now, Issa Rae and her production company HOORAE are taking the […]
“They Cloned Tyrone” is set to take audiences on a mind-bending journey through the realms of science fiction, comedy, and mystery. With Juel Taylor at the helm, making his feature film directorial debut, this highly anticipated flick brings together a star-studded cast that includes John Boyega, Teyonah Parris, and Jamie Foxx, who also serves as […]
Challengers trailer provides a highly anticipated look at Zendaya and Josh O’Connor in what’s being billed as a romantic sports comedy film. The movie, directed by Lucas Guadagnino is set to premiere in theaters this September, explores the world of tennis and delves into the drama and competition both on and off the court. In […]
The 27th Annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF) celebrated the best of the best as Dondré Whitfield took center stage to host the festival’s highly anticipated ABFF Awards. Held on the third day of the five-day film festival, the awards ceremony served as a poignant reminder of the festival’s commitment to fostering and celebrating Black […]
Netflix has unveiled an exciting clip of Lupin Part 3 during the French heist series’ panel at the Tudum fan event in São Paulo, Brazil. The series, led by Omar Sy in the title role, is set to premiere its third part on October 3. Louis Leterrier, known for directing the “Fast and Furious” franchise, […]