Movies
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Shaft Is Still Black AF, So We Played 'Black Ass Game'
The Shaft franchise been black AF. After all, the first Shaft film was released in 1971, starring Richard Roundtree during the era of blaxploitation films. John Shaft “looked out for his brother man” and wore a huge ‘fro, turtleneck and a long leather jacket (a la the Black Panthers) while doing so. For any film…
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Toni Morrison: Pieces I Am: ‘Navigating a White Male World Was Not Threatening; It Wasn’t Even Interesting’
Toni Morrison’s work has always been deemed as rich and poetic, perhaps an extension of her very own life. Toni Morrison: Pieces I Am, which premiered at the 2019 Sundance Film Festival, looks to be a uniquely intimate look into Morrison, as it was directed by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders, who has been Morrison’s friend for over…
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Do The Right Thing…Again: Spike Lee's Critically Acclaimed Joint Will Be Rereleased in Theaters for 30th Anniversary
If you can believe it, it’s edging on 30 years since Spike Lee implored us to Do The Right Thing. The critically acclaimed “Spike Lee joint” debuted on June 30, 1989, which means it’ll be celebrating its 30th anniversary this year. That calls for a special celebration! Well, that’s exactly what’s being served up as…
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Tessa Thompson, Chris Hemsworth, an Explosion, and a Big Gaping Hole in New Men in Black: International Clip
*wink wink* Ever since 2017’s Thor: Ragnarok, the onscreen magic known as Tessa Thompson and Chris Hemsworth has been felt, noticed, and celebrated. To be honest, I can add the phrase “obsessed over,” as well. The chemistry—sexual or otherwise—was very, very real. Now, the pair are teaming up once again the Men in Black: International,…
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Poetry In Motion: Barry Jenkins to Direct Alvin Ailey Biopic
Barry Jenkins has a new project in the works and I’m about to 8-count my coins and hand over my wallet so he can hurry up and take my money. Jenkins has been confirmed as the director of an untitled Fox Searchlight film based on the life and works of acclaimed choreographer and activist, Alvin…
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'Simba…': Beyoncé’s Husky Voice Is Heard Throughout the Pride Lands in New The Lion King Sneak Peek
Beyoncé’s “Homecoming: Pride Rock Edition” is here. Disney’s The Lion King has been rolling out the promos as its wide release is nearing, including recently releasing character posters for the much-anticipated film. Per Disney’s official press release: Disney’s The Lion King, directed by Jon Favreau (The Jungle Book), journeys to the African savanna where a…
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Marsai Martin to Star in Fantasy Adaptation Amari and the Night Brothers, Will Also Produce With Don Cheadle
Marsai Martin may be Little, but that secured bag ain’t. According to the Hollywood Reporter, Universal Pictures has optioned the rights to Amari and the Night Brothers. The debut novel comes from first-time author B.B. Alston and the option resulted from a bidding war. Pretty damn impressive. Marsai will be starring in the film, but…
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He Did Say He Was ‘Never Scared’—Chris Rock to Reboot Saw Franchise
Want to see people with Apple Watches be forced to hack off their hand with a saw? Well, Chris Rock is here for you! According to Deadline, the funnyman will be rebooting the film that set a wave of similar “torture porn” projects in that era. “I’ve been a fan of Saw since the first…
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Watch: New Showtime Documentary 16 Shots Explores Chicago Police Cover-Up of Laquan McDonald Murder
“This boy been shot—and it’s a lot of bullet holes in him.” In 2014, 17-year-old Laquan McDonald’s body was tragically riddled with 16 bullets discharged in an appalling 14 seconds by Chicago police officer Jason Van Dyke. A judge later found Van Dyke guilty of second-degree murder. However, this “justice” would come four years too…