Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
Netflix has officially renewed “The Vince Staples Show” for a second season. Set in Long Beach, California, the series offers a fictional and humorous take on the life of rapper Vince Staples. The show’s unique premise revolves around Staples’ semi-fictionalized persona – he’s kind of famous, kind of rich, and kind of a criminal, but […]
The 28th annual American Black Film Festival (ABFF) has revealed its lineup of narrative and documentary features for this year’s event, set to take place live in Miami Beach from June 12-16, followed by an online segment on ABFF PLAY from June 17-24 at https://abffplay.com/. Highlighting emerging creatives in filmmaking, ABFF continues its mission as […]
Step into the world of cinema at the 2024 Tribeca Film Festival, where in the midst of the full festival, we’re highlighting the diverse talent of Black and Brown creators. This year’s lineup is a testament to the richness of voices in Hollywood, featuring films, TV shows, and groundbreaking projects that offer unique perspectives and […]
As we embrace 2024, it’s time to dust off the nostalgia and commemorate the 20th anniversaries of some cinematic gems that shaped two decades. The year is 2004, and we all vividly remember participating in a dance battle. Jamie Foxx is pulling double duty, delivering the best performance in any biopic with “Ray” and driving […]
Alabama’s 13-year-old sensation, Ian Foreman, made waves at the 40th Anniversary of the Sundance Film Festival with an unprecedented double premiere. Foreman surprised the Sundance community by debuting two feature films, “I Saw the TV Glow” and “Exhibiting Forgiveness,” alongside industry heavyweights. READ: RATED B INTERVIEW: Ian Foreman Speaks on Showtime Series Let The Right […]
Netflix has unveiled the trailer, key art, and release date for “The Vince Staples Show,” a series created by, executive produced, and starring Vince Staples. Executive produced by Kenya Barris, the highly anticipated limited series is set to premiere on February 15, 2024. The show’s synopsis introduces viewers to the enigmatic Vince Staples, a figure […]
Netflix is ready to bring the laughter back with the return of its comedy festival “Netflix Is a Joke Fest.” Scheduled from May 2 to May 12, 2024, the festival boasts an impressive lineup of over 300 live events spread across 35 venues in Los Angeles. After its successful debut in 2022, the festival is […]
“Carl Weber’s The Black Hamptons” is set to grace screens once again for its highly anticipated second season. Initially announced as a mini-series, the show, despite a brief moment of confusion, is making a comeback with a bang. The upcoming season is scheduled to premiere on Thursday, Dec. 7, exclusively on BET+, with weekly episodes. […]
From the moment “What’s Love Got to Do with It” begins, it weaves together a tapestry of fact and fiction, bringing to life the extraordinary story of Tina Turner. Loosely based on her autobiography, “I, Tina,” the film takes certain artistic liberties to enhance its dramatic impact. The result is a powerful and engaging portrayal […]
Summer movie season 2023 is finally here, and it’s time to get ready for some of the best films releasing this year. From the start of May until the end of Labor Day, theaters across the country will be showcasing some of the most highly-anticipated movies of the year. READ: 20 and Counting Movies and […]