The 2024 Red Sea Film Festival in Saudi Arabia will take place in Jeddah’s Old Town of Al Balad between the dates of December 5-14. The festival has announced that famed director and producer, Spike Lee will preside over the jury of of films. According to Variety, the festival, in its fourth year, will have… Continue reading Spike Lee To Preside Over Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival
Category: Drama
50 Cent: Omari Hardwick ‘Overvalues Himself’
“Power” executive and recording artist 50 Cent has recently stated that the former lead actor of his hit TV show, Omari Hardwick “overvalues himself.” On a recent episode of The Breakfast Club, the “Get Rich or Die Trying” lyricist spoke on Hardwick’s bitterness toward him after complaining several years ago that he was underpaid while… Continue reading 50 Cent: Omari Hardwick ‘Overvalues Himself’
Independent Film ‘I’ll Be There’ To Premiere on Prime Video and Apple TV on November 15th
BUFFALO 8 PRESENTS: ‘I’LL BE THERE’—A HEARTFELT TALE OF FAMIY, REDEMPTION, AND THE LEGACY OF MICHAEL JACKSON, STREAMING ON AMAZON, APPLE TV, GOOGLE PLAY AND MORE ON NOVEMBER 15TH Starring Jasmine Batchelor, Ryan Cooper, and Dorien Wilson, the film explores family bonds and healing against the poignant backdrop of Michael Jackson’s death. … Continue reading Independent Film ‘I’ll Be There’ To Premiere on Prime Video and Apple TV on November 15th
John Amos Dead at 84
One of the most beloved Black sitcom fathers, John Amos, who played James Evans on “Good Times” has died at the age of 84. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the family has announced that Amos died of natural causes on Aug. 21 in Los Angeles. His son, K.C. Amos, stated: “It is with heartfelt sadness… Continue reading John Amos Dead at 84
Lifetime’s ‘Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair’ Set For 2025
‘Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair’ THE QUEEN OF HIP-HOP SOUL MARY J. BLIGE, AND AWARD-WINNING PRODUCERS JORDAN AND JOHN DAVIS EXTEND THEIR RELATIONSHIP WITH LIFETIME (Mary J. Blige photo credit Will Sterling) MARY J. BLIGE’S FAMILY AFFAIR (working title) COMING 2025 AS PART OF THE NETWORK’S VOICES OF A LIFETIME MOVIE SLATE (R to L: Ajiona Alexus photo credit Brian Jones, Da’Vinchi photo… Continue reading Lifetime’s ‘Mary J. Blige’s Family Affair’ Set For 2025
Tia Mowry Set to Star & Executive Produce Lifetime’s ‘A Very Merry Beauty Salon’
TIA MOWRY SET TO STAR IN AND EXECUTIVE PRODUCE NEW LIFETIME ORIGINAL MOVIE A VERY MERRY BEAUTY SALON AS PART OF NETWORK’S IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFETIME HOLIDAY SLATE PRODUCED BY FOX ENTERTAINMENT STUDIOS’ MARVISTA ENTERTAINMENT, RONREACO LEE, DONNA BISCOE, COCOA BROWN AND ASHLI AUGUILLARD ALSO STAR LOS ANGELES, CA (September 26, 2024) – It’s beginning to look a lot… Continue reading Tia Mowry Set to Star & Executive Produce Lifetime’s ‘A Very Merry Beauty Salon’
Queen Latifah Biopic Is On The Way!
The details about Dana Owens’ life are about to be told to the masses! According to Forbes, Owens, better known as Queen Latifah will have an upcoming biopic for the viewing audience. The New Jersey-bred entertainer, who started her career as a rapper, has worn many hats including movie producer, actress, singer, and many other… Continue reading Queen Latifah Biopic Is On The Way!
NAN 2024 Triumph Awards to Honor Robert De Niro, Gladys Knight, Wynton Marsalis
NAN 2024 TRIUMPH AWARDS TO CELEBRATE REV. AL SHARPTON’S 70th BIRTHDAY, HONOR GLADYS KNIGHT, ROBERT DE NIRO, WYNTON MARSALIS AND CAROLYN “COOKIE” MASON LUMINARIES New York, NY (September 23, 2024) – Rev. Al Sharpton and the National Action Network (NAN) announced this year’s Triumph Awards recipients will include ten-time Grammy Award winning musician Gladys… Continue reading NAN 2024 Triumph Awards to Honor Robert De Niro, Gladys Knight, Wynton Marsalis
Glynn Turman Receives Legacy Award At 2024 AAFCA TV Honors
Glynn Turman was among the many winners who were recognized at the 6th Annual African American Film Critics Association (AFFCA) TV Honors on August 24 when he received the Legacy Award celebrating his decades-long career as an actor. According to The Hollywood Reporter, the ceremony took place at the Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel where the AFFCA recognized the… Continue reading Glynn Turman Receives Legacy Award At 2024 AAFCA TV Honors
In The Black Network Announces FAST Channels
IN THE BLACK NETWORK (ITBN), a premiere, free streaming service that highlights Black voices and original stories that are culturally significant and relatable for all audiences, announces new partnerships with Black Enterprise, African Diaspora Network TV, REVOLT Mixtape, HomesteadPlus, Shades of Black, World One TV, and One Culture; adding new FAST (Free Ad-Supported Streaming Television) channels… Continue reading In The Black Network Announces FAST Channels
Martin Lawrence Preparing ‘Young Martin’ Prequel
It looks like Martin Lawrence has taken a page out of his friend Will Smith’s book and will have a drama version of his hit show, “Martin” but also as a prequel for the long-running comedy series. According to Deadline, Lawrence, along with his production company, RunTelDat, and Marvin Peart‘s WonderHill Studios will be producing… Continue reading Martin Lawrence Preparing ‘Young Martin’ Prequel
HBCU First LOOK Film Festival Announces 2024 ‘I Aspire’ 100
2nd Annual Festival Returns to Howard University November 8-10, 2024 WASHINGTON, July 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Today, the second annual HBCU First LOOK Film Festival (HBCUFLF), announced its 2024 festival dates, November 8 – 10th and the premiere of the 2024 HBCU First LOOK “I Aspire” 100. (2024 HBCU First LOOK 100) The HBCU First LOOK “I… Continue reading HBCU First LOOK Film Festival Announces 2024 ‘I Aspire’ 100
Bel-Air Season 3 Official Trailer
Peacock’s BEL-AIR is back for Season 3 Premiering August 15 with three New Episodes at Launch ABOUT BEL-AIR S3: Set in modern-day Los Angeles, Peacock’s drama series Bel-Air imagines the beloved sitcom The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air through a new, dramatic take on Will’s complicated journey from the streets of West Philadelphia to the gated mansions of Bel-Air. As these two worlds collide,… Continue reading Bel-Air Season 3 Official Trailer
Eddie Murphy Ties The Knot After 6-Year Engagement
Actor and comedian Eddie Murphy, who has been more recently seen in films has just been hitched as he embarks on his second marriage. According to People, the “Saturday Night Live” alum married Australian model, Paige Butcher, who he had been engaged to since 2018. The couple has an 8-year-old daughter, Izzy, and a 5-year-old son,… Continue reading Eddie Murphy Ties The Knot After 6-Year Engagement
Actor Bill Cobbs Dead at 90
Actor Bill Cobbs, who recently celebrated his 90th birthday on June 16, has died according to a statement from his family. A statement was released by a family member Thomas Cobb on social media acknowledging the actor’s death. “We are saddened to share the passing of Bill Cobbs. On Tuesday, June 25, Bill passed away… Continue reading Actor Bill Cobbs Dead at 90