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Ava DuVernay and Byron Allen Developing Film on Coretta Scott King’s Search for Truth Behind MLK Assassination

A powerful new feature film centered on Coretta Scott King and her decades-long pursuit of the truth surrounding the assassination of Martin Luther King Jr. is officially in development. Titled King vs. the United States of America, the project is being developed by filmmaker Ava DuVernay and media mogul Byron Allen, with the film set […]

J.M. Harper’s ‘Soul Patrol’ Wins Directing Award: U.S. Documentary at 2026 Sundance Film Festival

Soul Patrol, directed by J.M. Harper, has won the Directing Award: U.S. Documentary at the Sundance Film Festival. The honor recognizes Harper’s work uncovering a largely untold chapter of American military history: the first all-Black special operations unit to serve during the Vietnam War. Premiering in the U.S. Documentary Competition, Soul Patrol centers on members […]

Olive Nwosu’s ‘LADY’ Wins Acting Ensemble Honor at 2026 Sundance Film Festival

Writer-director Olive Nwosu earned a major breakthrough moment at the Sundance Film Festival, with her feature debut LADY winning the World Cinema Dramatic Special Jury Award for Acting Ensemble. Set in Nigeria, LADY was recognized for its powerful and cohesive performances from a standout cast that includes Jessica Gabriel’s Ujah, Amanda Oruh, Tinuade Jemiseye, Binta […]

Jean Elie on Cultural Consulting and Haitian Representation in Marvel’s Wonder Man | Interview

Marvel’s Wonder Man stands apart from typical MCU fare by keeping its focus grounded, human, and character-driven. The eight-episode Marvel Spotlight series, now streaming on Disney+, follows Simon Williams (Yahya Abdul-Mateen II), a struggling actor trying to survive Hollywood while secretly dealing with newly acquired ionic-powered abilities. Created by Destin Daniel Cretton and Andrew Guest, […]

‘Fast Forever’ Set for 2028 as ‘Fast & Furious’ Franchise Nears the Finish Line

Twenty-seven years after the original film launched a global phenomenon, the Fast & Furious saga is officially heading toward its conclusion. Universal Pictures has set March 17, 2028 as the theatrical release date for the next installment in the long-running franchise, now formally titled Fast Forever. The announcement confirms that the film will serve as […]

Lifetime Unveils Seven New Thrillers for February–March Movie Slate

Lifetime is doubling down on high-stakes storytelling this winter, announcing a slate of seven new original thrillers set to air throughout February and March. The lineup blends ripped-from-the-headlines stories, psychological twists, and survival dramas, anchored by a cast that includes Lela Rochon, Jarod Joseph, Eva Marcille, Tami Roman, Tyler Lepley, Colin Lawrence, and more. The […]

HBO Doubles Down on Offbeat Late-Night Comedy, Renews It’s Florida, Man for Season 3

HBO has officially renewed its late-night comedy series It’s Florida, Man for a third season. Produced by Rough House Pictures—the team behind Eastbound & Down and The Righteous Gemstones—the anthology series transforms real-life Florida headlines into absurd, scripted reenactments. Each episode pairs firsthand accounts from everyday Floridians with irreverent sketch-style recreations performed by a rotating […]