BYL Ventures to focus on early-stage startups in the entertainment and media, sports, consumer products and technology categories MILWAUKEE and LOS ANGELES, Nov. 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Giannis Antetokounmpo, NBA Champion and global superstar, today announced the launch of Build Your Legacy (BYL) Ventures. The firm focuses on investments in sports and entertainment, driven by the… Continue reading Giannis Antetokounmpo Launches Build Your Legacy Ventures
Category: Film
Tamika Lamison Discusses Award-Winning Short Film ‘Superman Doesn’t Steal’
Tamika Lamison, hailing from the state of Virginia, has written, produced, directed, AND acted in the short film, ‘Superman Doesn’t Steal’ and has been working in the industry for years. She attended and graduated from The American University and Howard University. The film is based on true events and is a coming-of-age story, seen through… Continue reading Tamika Lamison Discusses Award-Winning Short Film ‘Superman Doesn’t Steal’
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Trap City Trailer Featuring Brandon T. Jackson, Jeezy, Clifton Powell and Erica Pinkett
JEEZY TRANSFORMS FOR FIRST LEADING ROLE IN TRAP CITY, HITTING THEATERS NATIONWIDE THIS DECEMBER Los Angeles, CA – Kyyba Films, in partnership with Anchored Lens Productions, proudly announces the nationwide theatrical release of the highly anticipated urban drama Trap City on December 13, 2024. The announcement is accompanied by the debut of an exclusive first-look… Continue reading Trap City Trailer Featuring Brandon T. Jackson, Jeezy, Clifton Powell and Erica Pinkett
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Spike Lee To Preside Over Saudi Arabia’s Red Sea International Film Festival
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
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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
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My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Earl Christian
Earl Christian III is a Howard University TV Production graduate, visionary, creator, and executive producer of the award-winning Urban Wall Street Project, as well as the dynamic, UWS Young Producers program. Since 2008, Earl has produced over 700 UWS and YP student-oriented short films/videos, garnering over 1.2 million views on his YouTube channels, having worked… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Earl Christian
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ICONEK Films Presents A Naughty Christmess Story
ICONEK Films, a leader in creating high-quality original content, has revealed that celebrated actors Tray Chaney (known from HBO’s “The Wire” and STARZ‘s “BMF”), Dyon “Mojo” Brooks (of Wild ’N Out Season 21 fame), Darren ‘Big Baby’ Brand (also from Wild ’N Out), and Jamilah Chanie (featured in HighStakes, Revisiting the Heart (2022), and Bed-Ridden), will star in the original holiday movie, “A… Continue reading ICONEK Films Presents A Naughty Christmess Story
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Quincy Jones Dead At 91
The musical genius behind one of the most successful albums in music history, Michael Jackson‘s “Thriller” has died at the age of 91. According to CNN, jazz recording artist and music producer Quincy Jones died on Nov. 3 based on an announcement from his publicist, Arnold Robinson. Quincy Jones, Grammy-Winning Producer for Michael Jackson, Film… Continue reading Quincy Jones Dead At 91
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My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Wes Jackson
Wes Jackson has been giving back to the community in admirable ways. He has over 25 years of experience as a leader, entrepreneur, innovator, creative, and executive in entertainment and academia. He’s currently president at BRIC Arts, located in Brooklyn, NY, and has been in this position since July 2022. Wes has been leading BRIC,… Continue reading My Friends Are Better Than Yours Featuring Wes Jackson
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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
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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
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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’
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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!
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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
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Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) October 23 and 27
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE WHITNEY HOUSTON – THE CONCERT FOR A NEW SOUTH AFRICA (DURBAN) COMING TO CINEMAS WORLDWIDE ON OCTOBER 23 and 27 Trafalgar Releasing and Sony Music Entertainment in Partnership with The Estate of Whitney E. Houston and Primary Wave Music to Bring the Fully Remastered Never-Before-Seen Concert Film to Global Audiences in… Continue reading Whitney Houston: The Concert for a New South Africa (Durban) October 23 and 27
