Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Deon Cole, the acclaimed comedian known for his straight-face comedy, is taking a thrilling leap into the dramatic waters with his upcoming BETPlus series, Average Joe. As the leading star of this unique drama series, Deon showcases his versatility like never before. BLEX had the privilege of catching up with the talented artist just before […]
Ashanti Harris and Zing Ashford have been announced as the latest additions to the cast of Omarion’s co-created upcoming series “Involved” for AllBlk. The talented two secured their roles during AllBlk’s fourth annual “Shoot Your Shot” national casting call, which took place at the 2023 American Black Film Festival. The highly anticipated series explores the […]
Woody McClain has signed a publishing deal with the Black-owned comic book publisher Godhood Comics. The collaboration aims to bring to life “The Brotherhood” comic series, a project created by McClain himself and set to be released later this year. McClain also co-writes the series alongside Dorado Quick, a breakout writer from DC Comics’ Milestone […]
The Seventh Annual Black Reel Television Awards (BoltsTV) has announced its nominees, recognizing outstanding achievements in the industry. This year will have an inclusion of gender-neutral categories in acting and supporting acting. And the nominees blend nostalgia with fresh talent in the recognition of outstanding achievements. The Best Man: The Final Chapters leads the pack […]
Happy Father’s Day! Today, we’re going beyond the usual Uncle Phils and Heathcliff Huxtables to honor the incredible fictional Black TV dads who have captured our hearts with their unique and diverse portrayals of fatherhood. It’s time to celebrate the dads who break the mold, the ones who unexpectedly step into fatherhood, and the ones […]
Giancarlo Esposito is the latest to join Universal Pictures’ upcoming monster thriller from Radio Silence. The untitled thriller is set to hit theaters on April 19, 2024. He joins previously cast Will Catlett, Kathryn Newton, Angus Cloud, Melissa Barrera, Alisha Weir, Dan Stevens, and Kevin Durand. The film is being produced by Chad Villella, William […]
ABFF Ventures, the company behind the highly regarded American Black Film Festival (ABFF), has undergone a rebranding and will now be known as Nice Crowd. Led by Jeff and Nicole Friday, ABFF Ventures has been at the forefront of promoting BIPOC culture and achievements through its annual events. The new name, Nice Crowd, signifies the […]
Deborah Cox, Melody A. Betts, Wayne Brady, Alan Mingo Jr., Kyle Ramar Freeman, Phillip Johnson Richardson, and Avery Wilson have been cast in the highly anticipated Broadway revival of ‘The Wiz.’ Brady is cast as the title character The Wiz with Mingo Jr. taking the role during many of the production’s pre-Broadway tour dates. Freeman […]
It feels like déjà vu reminiscent of the COVID-19 pandemic, but this time, it’s not the virus wreaking havoc on the film industry. In a surprising turn of events, the Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike has emerged as a force to be reckoned with, prompting a flurry of release-date changes and disruptions in Hollywood. […]
From the moment “What’s Love Got to Do with It” begins, it weaves together a tapestry of fact and fiction, bringing to life the extraordinary story of Tina Turner. Loosely based on her autobiography, “I, Tina,” the film takes certain artistic liberties to enhance its dramatic impact. The result is a powerful and engaging portrayal […]