documentary
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2019 Tribeca Film Festival: Shaolin Meets Steinbeck in Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men
RZA, GZA, Ol’ Dirty Bastard (ODB), Inspectah Deck, Raekwon the Chef, U-God, Ghostface Killah, Method Man, Masta Killa and Cappadonna … with all those names, Wu-Tang Clan really is the Earth Wind & Fire of hip-hop, and now, they have a docuseries. And it’s definitely one to check out, y’all. Whether you’re a longtime fan…
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Beyoncé, Queen of Benevolence, Is Re-Releasing Lemonade Across All Streaming Platforms
Beyoncé knows that 2019 has been a shit show, so not only did she bless us with a Beychella documentary on Netflix, she’s also re-releasing the audio from her album Lemonade. A benevolent queen. Per the lovely people over at Variety, your thirst will be quenched on Tuesday, April 23. So not only did Bey…
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Reefer and Records: Grass Is Greener Explores Marijuana's Relationship With Music in New Trailer
It’s high time for yet another celebration of cannabis culture — that’s right, April 20 (or 4/20) is coming up once again. In the spirit of puffing and passing, it may be a good idea to pay homage to the historical significance of that good ganja by sitting back, relaxing and enjoying Netflix’s new documentary.…
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Amazing Grace Is a Cinematic Blessing and a Transcendental Spiritual Experience
Aretha Franklin was a national treasure. A gift. An icon. When Aretha Franklin passed, the world unequivocally lost one of the best voices of all time. With 18 Grammys, including a Lifetime Achievement Award, and an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame—why wouldn’t we genuflect when one calls on the queen’s name?…
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Serengeti: Lupita Nyong’o and John Boyega to Narrate New Series on African Wildlife
Lupita Nyong’o and John Boyega have been chosen to narrate the upcoming wildlife series Serengeti, which will air on TV in the U.S. and U.K. Nyong’o will be narrating the U.S. version, while Brits will hear Boyega’s voice, Deadline reports. The six-part cable series will cover a year in the linked lives of different types…
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Leaving Neverland Accused of Key Discrepancy, Michael Jackson Estate Issues Statement [Updated]
The premiere for Leaving Neverland has come and gone, but the saga surrounding it continues. And for those of us who have seen the documentary, so has the impact of James Safechuck’s and Wade Robson’s graphic claims. In the film, there was one particular account shared by Safechuck regarding an alleged abusive encounter occurring at…
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Exclusive: Diana Ross Speaks on the 'Magic' of Her Children and Her Most Famous Concert in Diana Ross: Her Life, Love and Legacy
The date was March 26, 1944 when a true diva strutted into the world. Seventy-five years later and Ms. Diana Ross is not only a diva—she’s now a diamond diva. Celebrating her diamond anniversary, Ms. Ross and Fathom Events are presenting a special two-night screening of Diana Ross: Her Life, Love and Legacy featuring Diana…
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‘Real Life For a Black Kid in America’: Free Meek Docuseries to Premiere Summer 2019 on Amazon Prime
Meek Mill has had his share of Dreams and Nightmares, but now he’s documenting what has been his reality for more than a decade since he was arrested for illegally owning a firearm and assaulting a police officer when he was 18 years old. According to the Hollywood Reporter, a six-part docuseries entitled Free Meek…