Black Excellence within the Black Experience of TV and Film
As 2024 winds down, we’re celebrating a year of incredible storytelling with our curated list of our favorite 20 new TV shows and limited series that made their debut this year. From groundbreaking dramas to laugh-out-loud comedies, these standout series captured our hearts, challenged perspectives, and kept us glued to our screens. Whether you’re catching […]
The Fire Inside, directed by Rachel Morrison in her feature debut, aims to capture the journey of Claressa “T-Rex” Shields, the trailblazing boxer who made history at the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics. With Ryan Destiny leading the cast and Brian Tyree Henry playing a supporting role, the film has all the elements of a […]
Long-haul flights can feel like a marathon, but with a little planning, they’re the perfect opportunity to dive into movies that entertain, inspire, or comfort you. Whether your flight is 10, 16, or even 20 hours, this watchlist is designed to keep you engaged for the journey—no matter where you’re headed. For me, I’m en […]
As 2024 draws to a close, it’s time to celebrate the incredible diversity and creativity that defined this year in cinema. From moving dramas to breathtaking epics, this year brought us stories that captivated hearts, challenged perspectives, and showcased talent from every corner of the industry. BLEX is proud to present our End of the […]
The eight-episode Netflix Original series, The Madness, features Colman Domingo in the lead role. Among other intense elements, this compelling thriller includes murder, assassinations, and intense familial conflict. The plot is explosive, designed to keep viewers captivated and trying to unravel the interconnected puzzle. In his gripping story The Madness, Stephen Belber focuses on a […]
The Braid of Time is a moving short film that captures the journey of unraveling the tangled threads of human experience and finding stability, identity, and purpose in our ancestry. It is a powerful reminder of how we can return to our source of empowerment. This short film is presented from the perspective of a […]
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 […]
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. […]
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, […]
Teyana Taylor’s career evolution is beautiful lesson on creative pivoting. After first making her mark as a singer, songwriter, and choreographer, Taylor has seamlessly transitioned into the world of acting. While she’s had acting projects for years it was her standout performance in A.V. Rockwell’s A Thousand and One that has solidified her status as […]