Paramount Pictures has dropped the official trailer for Novocaine, an original action thriller set to hit theaters on March 14, 2025. Starring Jack Quaid (The Boys) Betty Gabriel (Get Out), and Amber Midthunder (Prey), the film takes a unique spin on the vigilante genre with a protagonist who literally feels no pain. Written by Lars […]
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Snoop Dogg to Star in and Produce Luc Besson’s Sci-Fi Film ‘The Last Man’
Snoop Dogg is gearing up to star in and co-produce an original sci-fi adventure, The Last Man, helmed by celebrated filmmaker Luc Besson. The film has a post-apocalyptic twist, though specific plot details remain under wraps. Early buzz suggests the project may draw inspiration from Planet of the Apes and could tie into Snoop Dogg’s […]
Lists
30th Annual Critics Choice Awards: Full List of TV and Film Nominations
The Critics Choice Association (CCA) has announced the nominees for the 30th annual Critics Choice Awards, honoring exceptional achievements in film and television from the past year. Hosted by Chelsea Handler, the ceremony will take place at the Barker Hangar in Santa Monica on Sunday, January 12, 2025, and will air live on E! from […]
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Phil Morris, Cynthia Bailey, and Nene Leakes Join ‘The Upshaws’ in Part 6 Premiering in January [TRAILER + First Look Images]
Netflix’s hit sitcom The Upshaws is gearing up for its penultimate season, Part 6, set to premiere globally on January 9, 2025. Joining the returning ensemble cast are Phil Morris, Cynthia Bailey, and Nene Leakes, who bring new energy to the beloved series. Fans can get their first glimpse of the season through the newly […]
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Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor, Giancarlo Esposito, and Keke Palmer to be Honored at 2025 ABFF Honors
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF) Honors is set to return for its 7th annual celebration of Black excellence in film and television. Presented by NICE CROWD, the 2025 ceremony will take place on Monday, February 17, at the SLS Hotel in Beverly Hills. The intimate, non-televised event will be hosted by actress and comedian […]
Lists
17 Comedy Specials by Black Comedians Released in 2024
As 2024 draws to a close, it’s clear that comedy remained a powerful platform for storytelling, cultural commentary, and plenty of laughter. This year brought a dope lineup of comedy specials from some of the funniest and most insightful Black comedians in the game. And introduced use to some names we may not have known. […]
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Monique Coleman and Jahi Di’Allo Winston to Star in Nostalgic Indie Film ‘California Skate’
The roller disco era of the late 1970s is rolling back into the spotlight with the indie film California Skate. Starring Monique Coleman (High School Musical), Jahi Di’Allo Winston (We Have a Ghost), and Brooke Shields (Mother of the Bride), the film offers a nostalgic dive into a transformative night in 1979. Jay Mohr (Jerry […]
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Rosario Dawson to Star in Supernatural Horror Thriller ‘Unmerciful Good Fortune’
Rosario Dawson is set to lead the supernatural horror-thriller Unmerciful Good Fortune, marking the feature directorial debut of veteran editor Tirsa Hackshaw. Hackshaw, whose editing credits include Luke Cage, Jessica Jones, and The Punisher, adapts the project from Edwin Sanchez’s award-winning play of the same name. Dawson, who is also producing the film, stars as […]
Reviews
Jamie Foxx’s ‘What Had Happened Was’ is More Than a Stand-Up—It’s a Celebration of Life and Artistry [REVIEW]
Jamie Foxx’s Netflix stand-up special, What Had Happened Was, is more than just a comedy performance—it’s a deeply personal and emotionally resonant piece of storytelling. Foxx uses his signature charm and humor to turn a life-threatening medical emergency into a narrative that blends laughter, reflection, and gratitude. In 2023, Jamie Foxx’s health scare made headlines, […]
Interviews
Ashlei Sharpe Chestnut Discusses ‘Mistletoe and Matrimony,’ Her Theater Roots, and Black Holiday Movie Representation [INTERVIEW]
Ashlei Sharpe Chestnut, widely recognized for her dynamic performances in Rap Sh!t and Star Trek: Picard, is making her debut as a lead in a holiday romance with Mistletoe and Matrimony. In a candid interview, Chestnut reflected on her artistic journey, her connection to the film’s character, and the importance of Black representation in holiday […]