Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
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 […]
I had the pleasure of speaking with Liv Symone, a talented actress, dancer, and fellow Howard University alum. Symone recently joined the cast of Power Book III: Raising Kanan and on the show she stars as Iesha, a sweet and effervescent, the epitome of the girl next door, who sees the best in everyone. She […]
Thea Vidale has joined the cast of the new series, “The Bostons.” She joins series regulars Tasha Scott, Cody Cowell, Jiggie Gee, Carena Lemons and Tre Ryan. The show revolves around the lives of three sisters who are brought together by the unexpected demise of their mother, Pamela Boston, following a heart attack. Pamela, a […]
Jonathan Majors will no longer portray basketball icon Dennis Rodman in the upcoming film “48 Hours in Vegas.” The project, initially under Lionsgate, has been returned to producers Phil Lord and Chris Miller. Majors, known for his roles in Marvel projects, faced a double blow as he was dropped from his contract with Marvel Studios […]
Updated with trailer —- Following the resolution of the dual WGA and SAG-Aftra strikes, ABC is set to bring back scripted series with a midseason premiere schedule. Among the highlights is the announcement of the premiere date for Season 3 of Abbott Elementary on February 7, 2024. READ: ABC Unveils ‘Abbott Elementary’ Season 3 Premiere Date […]
Tracee Ellis Ross and Bel Powley lead a gripping exploration of journalistic ambition and integrity in Cold Copy. Cold Copy which premiered at Sundance in 2023 and later acquired by Vertical will premiere in select theaters and on VOD, January 26. Directed by Roxine Helberg, the movie follows the story of Mia Scott (Bel Powley), […]
Ahead of the upcoming Super Bowl LVIII Halftime Show, Apple Music released a captivating nostalgia-driven trailer for Usher’s performance. The trailer teases a spectacle that has been “30 years in the making.” The minute-long clip, unveiled on Friday, provides a sneak peek into what fans can expect during his highly-anticipated show at Allegiant Stadium in […]
Lionsgate has officially set the global release date for the highly anticipated Michael Jackson biopic, “Michael,” starring Jaafar Jackson as the legendary King of Pop. The movie is set to hit theaters in the United States on April 18, 2025, with Universal handling overseas distribution. Production on the film, directed by Antoine Fuqua and scripted […]
Radio Silence, the acclaimed duo behind hits like Ready or Not and the Scream series, unveils their latest project – “Abigail.” Penned by Stephen Shields and Guy Busick, this vampire-inspired horror promises a gripping twist. Directed by Matt Bettinelli-Olpin and Tyler Gillett, the star-studded cast includes Melissa Barrera, Dan Stevens, Alisha Weir, Kathryn Newton, William […]
In a gripping tale inspired by true events, the Peacock Original film “Bosco” is set to premiere exclusively on February 2nd. The Film centers on the prison-break of Quawntay “Bosco” Adams, portrayed by Aubrey Joseph. Sentenced to 35 years for attempting to possess marijuana, Bosco orchestrates an audacious escape from a federal maximum-security prison to […]