A Must-Watch: Hidden Black History Facts in ‘Leave The World Behind’
The Barack and Michelle Obama-produced Netflix film, “Leave The World Behind,” is an apocalyptic thriller replete with Black History easter eggs, Julia Roberts awkwardly dancing, and metaphors used to underscore and warn of society’s overdependence on technology, the rise of artificial intelligence, the destruction of the environment, and lastly, the omnipresent issue of race and racism in America. But there are five, little-known, Black History facts you might have missed that will help explain why the movie is one of this year’s most important Black TV/movie moments. - Richard Ryles Read More
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‘The Color Purple’ Stars Explain Film’s Lesbian Love Affair Between Two Characters
Making a new adaptation of “The Color Purple” was always going to be controversial. The musical debuted in 2005, but every fan has their own connection to the novel and the original 1985 movie, so people feel like they have ownership over the story. To that end, a particular point of contention for the new film has been the romantic relationship between Shug and Celie. - Stephanie Holland Read More
The Best Black Hair Moments of 2023
As 2023 draws to a close, we’re looking back at all of the best moments of the year. Black celebs, in particular got creative this year with their hair. From locs to wigs to afros, the best dos were on display every day. So, sit back and relax and let’s take a walk down memory lane. Here are the hair moments we loved this year. Enjoy! - Amira Castilla Read More
‘The Color Purple’ Star Colman Domingo Was Called Too Dark for This Hit HBO Show
Colman Domingo is in the middle of a major career moment. He can currently be seen as Mister in the blockbuster musical “The Color Purple.” He’s also receiving critical acclaim and multiple award nominations for his performance as civil rights icon Bayard Rustin in the Netflix biopic ‘Rustin.’ However, the Emmy winner shared that early on his career he had a rough go at making it in Hollywood. - Stephanie Holland Read More
Watch This: Audience Not Impressed With Tiffany Haddish’s Two DUI Arrests
Tiffany Haddish continues to make headlines for all the wrong reasons yet she is trying—as comedians do—to find the silver lining in it all and laugh about it. But many don’t seem to think it’s funny. The “Girls Trip” star, 44, was performing at The Laugh Factory in Los Angeles on Christmas Day when she began to address her most recent DUI arrest to a crowded room, and things got awkward. - Candace McDuffie Read More
The Holiday Box Office Was Damn Good to The Color Purple, but Not So Much for Aquaman
Even if most cities didn’t have a white Christmas this year, it was a green Christmas at the box office this year. With three major releases all slated on Christmas day—that’s The Color Purple, Ferrari, and The Boys In The Boat—families were keen to leave eggnog and wrapping paper behind to watch Adam Driver drive (ha) and Callum Turner row. All in all, the box office’s four-day total was up 11% from this time last year, despite a massive 2022 showing by Avatar: The Way Of Water drowning out this year’s equally water-based winner (via Deadline). - Emma Keates Read More
Year-End Binge: The Best TV Shows of 2023
From sweeping period pieces, to thrilling horror, to the most dysfunctional family in television history, 2023 delivered an endless amount of captivating TV series. Honestly, it’s understandable if you couldn’t keep up with all of it, because a new prestige project premiered almost every week. Whether you missed that one show everyone is still talking about, or you want to relive the series that’s still living in your head rent free, check out our picks for 2023’s best TV series. - Stephanie Holland Read More
Is Kanye West Serious With This Apology for His Anti-Semitic Remarks?
In October 2022, rap superstar Kanye West nearly destroyed his career and reputation with a series of anti-semitic rants on social media. He played up offensive stereotypes about Jewish people and said he planned to go “death con 3 on JEWISH PEOPLE.” - Stephanie Holland Read More
‘Real Housewives of Potomac’ Star Dr. Wendy Osefo Reveals Which Episode Bravo Should Have Never Aired
“When I step into a room, the women have no choice (to) just want to irritate me,” said Dr. Wendy about why she seems to never be having fun on the show.
‘American Fiction’ Star Erika Alexander Gushes Over Jeffrey Wright, ‘Living Single’
Alexander is receiving praise for her role as “Coraline” in the Amazon MGM film directed by Cord Jefferson.
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