Julie's Articles

Directors Defend Venus and Serena Doc

The filmmakers told us that the upcoming movie on the Williams sisters is an accurate portrayal of their lives.

Revisiting the Central Park Jogger Case

Exonerated Yusef Salaam talks about a film on the infamous 1989 rape that shook New York City.

Will Black Friday Be Blue for Wal-Mart?

We spoke with strike organizers and African-American employees who plan to picket for change.

Akon: Oil Battles Corrupt African Lands

At the premiere of the film Black November, he and Wyclef Jean told us why the Niger Delta crisis matters.

Can Liberia Ditch Foreign Aid by 2022?

Its president, Ellen Johnson Sirleaf, says yes and that African Americans can help.

Art for Life Benefit Raises Funds for Youths

From Mariah Carey to Grant Hill, celebs supported art at Russell Simmons' annual Hamptons affair.

4 Questions With Common

The multifaceted entertainer wants to be "one of the greats" in the film world. Is he on his way?

Black Films Reign at Sundance

Two movies win top prizes, and for the first time, an African-American woman is named best director.

4 Questions With 'Red Tails' Breakout Star at Sundance

David Oyelowo stars in Ava DuVernay's latest as well as the headline-grabbing action flick.

4 Questions With Spike Lee at Sundance

The director sounds off on his new film, his criticism of Obama and, of course, Tyler Perry.