Amazon MGM Studios and MRC have resumed production on the action thriller “G20,” featuring Viola Davis in the lead role. The film, directed by Patricia Riggen, centers around the G20 Summit being overtaken by terrorists, with Viola Davis portraying American President Taylor Sutton. The cast includes a notable reunion of “Black-ish” stars Anthony Anderson and […]

Netflix announced that Mike Epps’ latest comedy special, “Ready to Sell Out,” is scheduled to premiere globally on February 20, 2024. This marks Epps’ fourth collaboration with the platform, following his previous specials – “Don’t Take It Personal” (2015), “Only One Mike” (2019), and “Indiana Mike” (2022). Directed by Royale Watkins, the hour-long special explores […]

Kenya Barris offered a glimpse into his major projects at the Sundance Film Festival’s Variety Studio, presented by Audible. While specific timelines were not disclosed, Barris provided significant updates on his Richard Pryor biopic, Wizard of Oz remake, and It’s a Wonderful Life remake. READ: The Vince Staples Show: Vince Staples’ Life Is Inspiring The […]

Malia Obama, the eldest daughter of former President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama, has stepped into the spotlight at the Sundance Film Festival with her directorial debut, “The Heart.” “The Heart” is a comedy-drama revolves around the narrative of lost objects, lonely individuals, forgiveness, and regret, seeking to uncover the tender and close […]

In 1985, the world witnessed a musical miracle as 46 of the biggest stars in the music industry gathered in a Los Angeles studio to record the iconic song “We Are the World.” The documentary film, “The Greatest Night in Pop,” directed by Bao Nguyen, takes us on a nostalgic journey, revealing the logistical challenges, […]

Attica and Tembi Locke, known for their work on the Netflix series “From Scratch,” have entered into an overall deal with Universal Television. The first project under this agreement is set to be an adaptation of Attica’s novel, “Bluebird, Bluebird.” The upcoming drama explores the life of Darren Mathews, a Black Texas Ranger with complex […]

Tyler Perry is bringing back his iconic character Madea for the 13th film in the Madea-verse, titled “Madea’s Destination Wedding.” The movie, currently in production, is set to stream on Netflix as part of Perry’s multi-year, first-look contract with the streaming giant. According to ‘What’s on Netflix,’ the plot revolves around Madea’s granddaughter Tiffany, who […]

BET+ is set to premiere the new drama series “Perimeter” on February 29th, featuring a captivating storyline set in 1990s Atlanta. Directed by Armani Ortiz, known for “Maxine’s Baby: The Tyler Perry Story,” the series follows the Dawn family against the backdrop of Freaknik and the 1996 Summer Olympics. Starring Tatyana Ali, Ava Mone’t, and […]

A&E is set to premiere the two-night documentary event “James Brown: Say It Loud,” exploring the life and impact of entertainment icon James Brown. Directed by Deborah Riley Draper (known for “The Legacy of Black Wall Street”) and executive produced by music legend sMick Jagger, Academy Award(R) winner Ahmir ‘Questlove’ Thompson, Tariq ‘Black Thought’ Trotter, […]

Michael B. Jordan and Ryan Coogler are set to collaborate once again for an upcoming original film. Coogler, known for Black Panther and Creed, will write, direct, and produce the project through his production company, Proximity Media. Jordan, who previously worked with Coogler on Fruitvale Station, Creed, and Black Panther, will star in the film. […]