Film
Comedian Katt Williams is making waves with his latest venture: transforming a former military base in Alabama into a state-of-the-art movie studio. Drawing inspiration from industry leaders like Tyler Perry, Donald Glover, and 50 Cent, Williams expressed his desire to contribute to Black-led production efforts, emphasizing that the burden shouldn’t rest solely on Perry. This […]
Denzel Washington is retiring after his next few projects, he said in a recent interview. He is currently on a promo run for his role in Gladiator II, which releases in theaters this month. The Academy Award-winning actor said on the Australian version of the TODAY show that he has a few more roles left before he withdraws from the […]
Whoopi Goldberg recently shared on “The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon” that “Sister Act 3” is undergoing changes following the passing of her co-star Maggie Smith. Goldberg expressed the need for “readjustments” in the film’s production, acknowledging the impact of Smith’s death on the project. She reassured fans that the movie would proceed, noting, “We […]
Colman Domingo will be honored with the Spotlight Award for actor at the Palm Springs International Film Awards for the second consecutive year. The award ceremony, part of the Palm Springs International Film Festival running from Jan. 2-13, will take place on Jan. 3. Domingo is recognized for his powerful portrayal of Divine G in […]
Eddie Murphy will star as funk legend George Clinton in an upcoming biopic directed by Bill Condon for Amazon MGM Studios. Based on Clinton’s memoir, Brothas Be, Yo Like George, Ain’t That Funkin’ Kinda Hard on You?, the film will explore Clinton’s groundbreaking journey with Parliament-Funkadelic, whose psychedelic and sci-fi-inspired music redefined the genre. Murphy, […]
Tony and Pulitzer winner Michael R. Jackson, along with college friend and collaborator Anna K. Jacobs, brings his unique perspective to the stage adaptation of the cult horror film “Teeth”, now a satirical, darkly comedic musical. Known for exploring themes of sexuality and restrictive cultural norms, Jackson was drawn to Teeth’s protagonist, Dawn, and her […]
The trailer for the new buddy comedy One of Them Days, starring SZA and Keke Palmer, has been released. Directed by Lawrence Lamont and produced by Issa Rae, the film follows best friends Dreux (Palmer) and Alyssa (SZA) as they navigate a chaotic day after Alyssa’s boyfriend spends their rent money, leaving them scrambling to […]
Idris Elba is working to transform Africa’s entertainment industry by building modern film studios, beginning in Zanzibar, Tanzania. This vision emerged after discussions with Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan at the World Economic Forum. The Zanzibar government has already allocated nearly 200 acres for the first studio, which Elba hopes will serve as a foundation […]
President Joe Biden awarded the 2022 and 2023 National Medals of Arts to 20 notable artists, including Missy Elliott (artist and producer), Queen Latifah (artist and actress), Spike Lee (filmmaker), and Carrie Mae Weems (visual artist), during a private White House ceremony on Monday, October 21, 2024. These artists are recognized for their significant contributions […]
Cynthia Erivo expressed her frustration over a fan-edited “Wicked” poster that altered her image, calling the changes “deeply hurtful.” In an Instagram Story posted on October 16, 2024, Erivo criticized the fan-made version for covering her eyes and changing her expression, which she felt diminished her role as Elphaba in the upcoming film. She compared […]