Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Netflix released the official trailer for Black Barbie: A Documentary ahead of its premiere on Wednesday, June 19, 2024. This documentary, written and directed by Lagueria Davis and executive produced by Shonda Rhimes, gives an intimate look into the journey of the first Black Barbie and the impact it had on cultural representation. The documentary […]
“The Acolyte” marks an intriguing addition to the Star Wars universe, set in the High Republic era, before the Skywalker Saga. Created by Leslye Headland for Disney+, the series delves into a Jedi investigation amidst a backdrop of intriguing mysteries and crimes. For those not deeply immersed in Star Wars lore, “The Acolyte” serves as […]
Republic Pictures has secured the North American distribution rights to “Rob Peace,” the sophomore feature from actor and-now director Chiwetel Ejiofor. Known for his critically acclaimed directorial debut, “The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind,” Ejiofor brings another compelling story to the screen, starring alongside Jay Will, Mary J. Blige, and Camila Cabello. Premiering to strong […]
Taraji P. Henson is slated to host the 2024 BET Awards for the third consecutive year. The ceremony is set to take place live from the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles on June 30th, airing on BET at 8 p.m. Henson expressed her excitement about returning as host, stating, “I am thrilled to be returning […]
Giancarlo Esposito is set to release a memoir with The Crown Publishing Group and Sugar23 Books after a heated bidding war. Esposito’s memoir will reveal his unique background as the son of a black American opera singer and an Italian set builder. Born in Europe in the late 1950s, Esposito didn’t encounter racism until moving […]
Colman Domingo is set to join the growing cast of Netflix’s upcoming series “The Four Seasons.’ Domingo will join Tina Fey and Steve Carell in the series, which is a modern take on the 1981 film of the same name. The series follows three couples who vacation together every season but whose worlds are upended […]
In a strategic move aimed at capitalizing on its successful flagship drama series, The CW Network has officially announced the renewal of “All American” for a seventh season. The decision, which comes amidst ongoing negotiations and evaluations of the network’s lineup, underscores the show’s continued popularity and commercial viability. Deadline reports that the renewal of […]
Updated with new trailer: Sony Pictures has unleashed the first glimpse into the highly anticipated “Venom: The Last Dance,” marking the final installment in the Spider-Man villain trilogy. The trailer offers a tantalizing peek into the chaotic world of Eddie Brock, portrayed once again by Tom Hardy, as he grapples with the symbiotic alien […]
Peacock is set to debut ‘Shadows of My Past’ this summer, a film highlighting themes of love, betrayal, and redemption. Led by Norman Nixon Jr., ‘Shadows of My Past’ tells the story of a charismatic pastor whose life is turned upside down when a figure from his past threatens to expose long-buried secrets. Joining Nixon […]
The second half of Bridgerton season three is set to premiere on Thursday, June 13. This Shonda Rhimes-produced series has kept fans on the edge of their seats since its debut, and the mid-season break, introduced by Netflix, has only fueled the anticipation. Showrunner Jess Brownell, who took over from Chris Van Dusen, shared that […]