Selma
As Senator Raphael Warnock prepares to walk across Selma’s Edmund Pettus Bridge on the 60th anniversary of Bloody Sunday, he warns that democracy is once again under threat. A pastor-turned-senator, Warnock sees his political work as an extension of his ministry, fighting for voting rights, healthcare, and economic justice. However, he acknowledges the growing influence […]
Oprah Winfrey, who turns 71 today, has portrayed several influential historical women throughout her acting career. In the 1999 animated film Our Friend, Martin, she voiced Coretta Scott King, bringing warmth to the role of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s wife. In The Butler (2013), she played Gloria Gaines, a fictional character inspired by Helene […]
Kwanzaa celebrates seven guiding principles that uplift and strengthen the Black community, and these values are beautifully reflected in Black television and cinema. From unity to faith, these shows and films embody the heart of the holiday: 1. Umoja (Unity) Movie: Black Panther The film emphasizes the unity of Wakanda and its people, as well […]
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