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Coming 2 America: Welcome to Zamunda, Tracy Morgan
Make America Zamunda again! Or…“MAZA,” if you will. Coming to America, the 1988 popular comedy starring Eddie Murphy, has a much-anticipated sequel coming up and, well, it seems to be providing all the jobs! According to the Hollywood Reporter, Tracy Morgan has been added to the mix, as well. THR breaks down the sequel synopsis,…
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Kerry Washington, Michael B. Jordan and Jamie Foxx to Keynote 2019 Toronto International Film Festival
The “we” in “We The North” may consist of three particular people this September—well, at least at the 44th Annual Toronto Film Festival (TIFF), that is. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Michael B. Jordan, Jamie Foxx, and Kerry Washington will be participating in keynote conversations for the 2019 fest. THR breaks it down: As TIFF…
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Everybody and Their Mama Is Coming 2 America [Updating]
The Coming to America sequel, titled Coming 2 America, is a go—and everyone is very happy to be here! Once news broke about the sequel to the black-ass classic, everyone wondered how much of the original cast would be involved because, of course, we weren’t here for anything less than a black-ass classic reunion. Along…
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Watch: The Hair Struggle Without Mom Is Real in This Clip From Matthew Cherry's Hair Love
Oh, dads. A black girl’s relationship with her hair is special. As is her relationship with her dad. Put those two things together and shenanigans can follow. Luckily (for my tiny ego), my dad had his mother around to take over my hair duties. Really, I legit grew up in the same apartment building with…
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Watch: Eddie Murphy Does 'Whatever It Takes' in Dolemite Is My Name Trailer
Dolemite is his name and fuckin’ up motherfuckas is his game. Before there was Beyoncé’s Sasha Fierce, there was Rudy Ray Moore’s Dolemite. Now, the eccentric comedian’s real-life story is being told in true blaxploitation fashion with Netflix’s upcoming film, Dolemite Is My Name. Per Netflix: Stung by a string of showbiz failures, floundering comedian…
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Idris Elba Takes the Yee-Haw Agenda to North Philly in Concrete Cowboys Movie
Idris Elba is swapping out the tailored suit for some denim-on-denim action. The actor and everyone’s most beloved ex-boyfriend was spotted riding a horse in North Philly this week as production for his new film, Concrete Cowboys, kicks into gear. The film, which costars Stranger Things’ Caleb McLaughlin, is inspired by a real-life black urban…
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'She's Your Queen to Be': KiKi Layne and Leslie Jones Are the Latest Talents Coming 2 America
Looks like one of our most beloved films is getting some fresh female energy for its reboot; according to the Hollywood Reporter, If Beale Street Could Talk’s KiKi Layne and Saturday Night Live’s Leslie Jones will be joining the cast of Coming 2 America! OK, so maybe we’re jumping the gun, as Jones is reportedly…
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Angela Bassett and Patricia Arquette, Mama Said Name That Tune for Otherhood
What happens when your kids grow up and motherhood becomes something unrecognizable? Otherhood, The new film starring Angela Bassett, Felicity Huffman and Patricia Arquette will give a glimpse into the lives of mothers who feel forgotten. The film also stars Jake Hoffman, Jake Lacy, (an oft-shirtless) Sinqua Walls, Heidi Gardner and is directed by Cindy…
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Watch: Cynthia Erivo Brings the Fight for Freedom to Life in Harriet Trailer
The canceled series Underground breathed new life into the saga of Harriet Tubman. Now looking to delve further into the courage and determination that fueled one of the most important figures in American history comes Harriet, produced by Charles D. King’s MACRO, New Balloon and Stay Gold Features. From the official press release: Based on…
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Tessa Thompson's Valkyrie Is the First Openly LGBTQ Superhero in the Marvel Cinematic Universe
When Thor: Ragnarok was released in theaters in November 2017, Tessa Thompson stole the show as the badass Valkyrie. However, criticisms arose when her rich backstory was scrapped and the fascinating character was relegated to a supporting character and plot device. In fact, Thompson previously noted she incorporated her character’s backstory in her portrayal. “In…