Category: TV/Film

X On Demand Goes Live

First teased last fall – X On Demand (xod.tv) has finally gone live. The Netflix-style site, with a social twist, boasts a growing library of works by Black filmmakers, with at least one person of Black American/African decent in a leading role both in front of and behind the lens – prerequistes for a project… Continue reading X On Demand Goes Live

The Pan African Film & Arts Festival Announces Screening of Aretha Franklin’s Amazing Grace Concert

27th ANNUAL PAN AFRICAN FILM AND ARTS FESTIVAL TO SCREEN ARETHA FRANKLIN’S AMAZING GRACE CONCERT AT DIRECTORS GUILD OF AMERICA ON OPENING NIGHT FEBRUARY 7 America’s Largest Black Film Festival To Exhibit Over 170 Black Films and 100 Fine Artists From February 7 Through February 18 at the Cinemark Rave 15 Theatres and Baldwin Hills Crenshaw Plaza  in… Continue reading The Pan African Film & Arts Festival Announces Screening of Aretha Franklin’s Amazing Grace Concert

Oprah Winfrey Plans Live Show, February 5th, in Times Square

OPRAH WINFREY HOSTS LIVE EVENT FROM TIMES SQUARE IN NEW YORK ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 5   Inspiring One-on-One Conversations with Guests Including Bradley Cooper, Michael B. Jordan, Beto O’Rourke, Melinda Gates and Lisa Borders   Tickets Available on Oprah.com/oprahconversations   Los Angeles, CA – Oprah Winfrey hosts “Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations from Times Square,” a live event at PlayStation Theater in New… Continue reading Oprah Winfrey Plans Live Show, February 5th, in Times Square

Wendy Raquel Robinson and Tank To Host 2019 Bounce Trumpet Awards

NAACP Image® Award-winning Actress Wendy Raquel Robinson and GRAMMY® Award-nominated R&B singer Tank will host the 2019 Bounce Trumpet Awards, an exciting night of inspiration, history and crowd-rousing performances celebrating African-American achievements and contributions. The gala black-tie ceremony will be held at the Cobb Energy Performing Arts Centre in Atlanta, Georgia on Sat. Jan. 19, 2019… Continue reading Wendy Raquel Robinson and Tank To Host 2019 Bounce Trumpet Awards

The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Chae Cody

Title: Owner Company: FACTZ Media, LLC Location: Atlanta, GA/Nashville, TN Chae Cody is the owner of FACTZ Media, LLC… a PR firm located in Atlanta, GA and Nashville, TN. Her obsession of the entertainment industry has fueled her career from the beginning. Chae has a lengthy resume which including being an Executive Assistant for Fingerroll,… Continue reading The Industry Cosign Spotlight: Chae Cody

Urban Movie Channel Goes ‘Beyond The Pole’

UMC – URBAN MOVIE CHANNEL SET TO PREMIERE NEW DOCU-SERIES SERIES “BEYOND THE POLE” First Episode Began Streaming Thursday, January 3rd, 2019 on UMC.tv Building off the success of the summer docu-series Naked Hustle, UMC – Urban Movie Channel (www.UMC.tv), the go to streaming service for the best in Black film and television, continues to expand its original programming slate with the… Continue reading Urban Movie Channel Goes ‘Beyond The Pole’

Bounce’s New Sitcom ‘LAST CALL’ to Premiere Monday, Jan. 14

  Last Call, Bounce’s New Original Comedy Series from  Roger Bobb (Tyler Perry’s House of Payne), to Premiere Monday, January 14 with Two Episodes Airing at 9pm and 9:30pm ET   Stars Charles Malik Whitfield (Empire), T.C. Carson (Living Single), Carl Payne (Martin), Brely Evans (Being Mary Jane), Mishon Ratliff (Lincoln Heights), and Erica Page (Office… Continue reading Bounce’s New Sitcom ‘LAST CALL’ to Premiere Monday, Jan. 14

Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Available January 22, 2019

Families everywhere can ring in the New Year with Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch on Digital and via the digital movie app MOVIES ANYWHERE on January 22, 2019, and on 4K Ultra HD, 3D Blu-ray™, Blu-ray™, DVD and On Demand on February 5, 2019. From Illumination and Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, the film based on Dr. Seuss’… Continue reading Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Available January 22, 2019

TV One’s THREE’S COMPLICATED Premieres Sunday, January 13

TV ONE ORIGINAL FILM THREE’S COMPLICATED  STARRING SHANOLA HAMPTON PREMIERES SUNDAY, JANUARY 13 AT 7 P.M. ET Hampton Makes Executive Producer Debut with Romantic Comedy Exploring Dating Taboo of Older Women and Younger Men, Starring Opposite Heartthrob Tyler Lepley     SILVER SPRING, MD – December 26, 2018 – TV One‘s latest original film, THREE’S COMPLICATED will premiere on Sunday, January 13, 2019 at 7 p.m. ET/6C, followed by encores at 9 p.m.… Continue reading TV One’s THREE’S COMPLICATED Premieres Sunday, January 13

Planet Fitness is ‘Getting Down’ with J.B. Smoove

Planet Fitness, Inc., one of the largest and fastest-growing franchisors and operators of fitness centers in the U.S., today announced that actor and comedian J.B. Smoove will headline the Company’s new creative campaign, “Get Down With Your Judgement Free Self,” and partner with the brand in the first quarter of 2019. The campaign, which debuts… Continue reading Planet Fitness is ‘Getting Down’ with J.B. Smoove

Us – Trailer

Us In Theaters March 15, 2019 https://www.UsMovie.com After sending shockwaves across contemporary culture and setting a new standard for provocative, socially-conscious horror films with his directorial debut, Get Out, Academy Award®-winning visionary Jordan Peele returns with another original nightmare that he has written, directed and produced. Set in present day along the iconic Northern California… Continue reading Us – Trailer

Comedy Central Presents James Davis: Live From The Town

Comedy Central announced the details of the 360 content universe surrounding the previously announced one-hour stand-up special James Davis: Live From The Town, which premieres January 11 at 11:00 p.m. ET/PT as part of Stand-Up Month on Comedy Central. The special is accompanied by a digital album and exclusive linear and digital companion content custom… Continue reading Comedy Central Presents James Davis: Live From The Town

Maverick Carter Joins Live Nation Entertainment’s Board Of Directors

  Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE: LYV) announced the election of Maverick Carter to its Board of Directors. With a wealth of experience across the business, marketing, entertainment, and media sectors, Carter has become an important figure in the sports and talent landscape. As LeBron James’ longtime business manager, Carter is credited with guiding James’ history-making… Continue reading Maverick Carter Joins Live Nation Entertainment’s Board Of Directors

Cheo Hodari Coker Nets Amazon Deal

According to The Hollywood Reporter, former Netflix showrunner, Cheo Hodari Coker has signed a deal with rival Amazon. The former music journalist was previosuly showrunner for just recently canceled Marvel’s Luke Cage. Coker will develop and produce TV projects under his Fighting 99th Entertainment banner. “Amazon is the future, and their bespoke, specific approach to… Continue reading Cheo Hodari Coker Nets Amazon Deal

THIS ONE’S FOR THE LADIES in Theaters Spring 2019

  SUPER, LTD will release THIS ONE’S FOR THE LADIES in theaters Spring 2019       Directed By Gene Graham Starring C-Pudding, Poundcake, Tyga& Raw Dawg, Sweet Tea, Young Rider, Blaze, Michele, Double Trouble, Satan, Fever   Every Thursday Night hundreds of women gather for a potluck celebration and the chance to throw singles at the… Continue reading THIS ONE’S FOR THE LADIES in Theaters Spring 2019

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