The 2026 BAFTA Film Awards was a three-hour live ceremony that, as is customary, was edited down to a two-hour broadcast on delay. That context matters, because what audiences ultimately see is not raw. It is curated. According to the BBC, the portion of Akinola Davies Jr.’s acceptance speech in which he said “Free Palestine” […]
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‘Sinners’ Becomes Most-Awarded Film by a Black Director in BAFTA History
History was made at the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards — and it belongs to Ryan Coogler and his genre-bending vampire thriller, Sinners. The film took home three BAFTA wins, making it the most-decorated film directed by a Black filmmaker in the ceremony’s history. It surpasses 12 Years a Slave, directed by Steve McQueen, which won […]
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2026 BAFTA Film Awards: Ryan Makes History, Wunmi Mosaku Wins, and More [FULL LIST OF WINNERS – Updating]
History was made in London tonight. Ryan Coogler added another defining moment to an already seismic awards season, becoming the first Black winner in BAFTA’s 75+ history to win for Original Screenplay for Sinners. The win marks a major milestone not just for Coogler, but for the broader landscape of global cinema. And he wasn’t […]
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‘America’s Next Top Model’ Is Getting Another Documentary as E!’s ‘Dirty Rotten Scandals’ Drops Trailer
Just weeks after Netflix reignited the conversation around America’s Next Top Model, E! is stepping in with its own deep dive. The network has released the trailer for Dirty Rotten Scandals, a new multi-part docuseries examining the cultural impact — and alleged behind-the-scenes controversies — of three pop culture staples: The Dr. Phil Show, America’s […]
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Was Tyra Banks Really the Villain? 8 Takeaways From ‘Reality Check: Inside ANTM’
When watching Reality Check: Inside ANTM, one thing became clear: America’s Next Top Model didn’t fall apart overnight. It cracked at the foundation. I don’t believe the show was created with malicious intent. In fact, I believe Tyra Banks genuinely wanted to challenge the modeling industry and open doors. But the moment the network began […]
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Lucky Sets July Premiere on Apple TV+, Drops First Teaser and Look
Apple TV+ has officially set a premiere date for Lucky, the new limited drama starring and executive produced by Golden Globe and SAG Award winner Anya Taylor-Joy. The seven-episode series will debut globally on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, with its first two episodes, followed by new installments every Wednesday through August 19. The series was […]
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Viola Davis and Julius Tennon Developing Afro-Fantasy Graphic Novel ‘The Untamed’ for the Big Screen
Viola Davis and Julius Tennon are expanding their genre slate. The powerhouse duo behind JuVee Productions are developing an adaptation of the Afro-fantasy graphic novel The Untamed: A Sinner’s Prayer, partnering with Homeworld Entertainment and Stranger Comics to bring the indie revenge epic to the big screen. Created by Sebastian A. Jones, The Untamed is […]
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The White Lotus Season 4 Adds Dylan Ennis as Production Begins in France
Production is officially underway on Season 4 of The White Lotus — and the Emmy-winning HBO series is adding fresh talent to its ever-expanding ensemble. Newcomer Dylan Ennis joins the cast as filming kicks off in France. As with previous installments, Season 4 will follow a new group of White Lotus guests and hotel staff […]
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Anthony Anderson Heads Back to ‘Scary Movie’ Franchise – 10th Cast Member Returning for Sixth Installment
The reunion is official. Earlier this month, Anthony Anderson confirmed during an appearance on The Jennifer Hudson Show that he will reprise his role as Mahalik in Scary Movie 6. Anderson, who first appeared in Scary Movie 3 and Scary Movie 4, delivered some of the franchise’s most quotable and chaotic moments — and now, […]
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‘The ‘Burbs’ Delivers Biggest Premiere Day for a Peacock Original Ever, Nears 1B Minutes in 11 Days
Peacock has its first breakout hit of 2026. The Keke Palmer-led dark comedy The ‘Burbs’ has generated nearly 1 billion viewing minutes in just 11 days, marking the strongest premiere launch for any new streaming original series this year based on Day 1 minutes viewed, according to Nielsen data cited by NBCUniversal. The series, which […]