Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
We’ve seen the church in the background of plenty shows — a one-liner from the pulpit, a Sunday service for laughs, or a quick choir moment. But these shows? They put the church front and center. From pulpit power struggles to praise-team politics, these are the scripted TV shows where church isn’t just a setting […]
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Radiotopia from PRX is set to debut Red for Revolution, a six-part narrative podcast series created, written, and directed by filmmaker Jana Naomi Smith. The award-winning drama, which explores intergenerational Black womanhood, queer love, and the fight for liberation, will premiere February 4 through the Radiotopia Presents podcast feed. The series boasts an impressive ensemble […]
If you’re a fan of movies like Friday, Girls Trip, B.A.P.S., or even Weekend Friends, One of Them Days is your next must-see. Directed by Lawrence Lamont and written by Syreeta Singleton, this R-rated buddy comedy, starring Keke Palmer and SZA, delivers pure comedic gold while maintaining a fresh, modern perspective. It’s chaotic, heartfelt in […]
2025 is shaping up to be an exciting year for film lovers, with a slate of diverse, bold, and captivating stories hitting the big screen. From long-awaited sequels to fresh, original tales, this year’s lineup has something for everyone. Let’s dive into the films generating buzz and setting the stage for an unforgettable cinematic year. […]
Sony Pictures has announced a shift in the release date for its upcoming R-rated comedy One of Them Days, starring Keke Palmer and SZA. Originally slated for January 24, 2025, the film will now debut a week earlier, opening over the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday weekend on January 17, 2025. The move positions the […]
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BET+ is gearing up for a festive season with eight original holiday films, dropping weekly from November 7 through Christmas Day. Each movie is set to deliver heartfelt stories full of family, love, forgiveness, and just the right amount of holiday humor. To kick off the excitement, BET+ has already released trailers for three of […]
Late Tuesday night, Marvel unexpectedly dropped a teaser packed with new information about upcoming series arriving on Disney+ through 2025. Released during the eve of Agatha All Along‘s finale, the video included first looks, release dates, and more details on the shows that will shape the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s (MCU) streaming slate over the next […]
As we usher in the holiday season, get ready for a festive treat! In 2024, over 70 new holiday movies are set to grace our screens. Among them, we’ve curated a list of 29+ films that shine a spotlight on diversity, featuring Black actors in leading or prominent roles. These movies promise to bring warmth, […]
Hallmark is celebrating the 15th anniversary of its “Countdown to Christmas” with a sleigh-load of holiday cheer! This year the network has released an impressive 48 brand-new holiday films. READ: BET+ Gets an Early Start on Holiday Cheer with 8 Original Movies This Year While the list is filled with cozy romances and heartwarming stories, we’re […]
BET+ is set to deliver an unforgettable holiday season with eight original films premiering this year. Each film, packed with themes of family, love, forgiveness, and a healthy dose of holiday humor, will air weekly starting on November 7 through Christmas Day. The streaming platform is serving up a diverse mix of yuletide tales, from […]