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Will Smith and Kevin Hart Set to Star in, Produce Planes, Trains & Automobiles Reboot
Planes, Trains & Automobiles—the 1987 Steve Martin and John Candy-led comedy film from the late John Hughes—is set to get a 21st-century reboot, with Will Smith and Kevin Hart reportedly locked to star and produce. The original film is centered around two men attempting to use various modes of transportation in order to get back…
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Amandla Stenberg Cast in Film Adaptation of Broadway's Dear Evan Hansen
Dear Evan Hansen, the Tony Award-winning musical centered around a teenager’s life experiences while struggling with anxiety and depression, will be getting the film treatment. Actress and singer Amandla Stenberg will reportedly take part in the musical’s big-screen adaptation. According to The Hollywood Reporter, “The Hate U Give star will play Alana, a high school…
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Zoe Saldana Breaks Down in Tears of Regret About Nina Simone Biopic: 'She Deserves Better'
After years of criticism regarding her decision to play Nina Simone in the 2016 biopic about her life, Zoe Saldana is opening up about her regrets playing the iconic musician and activist. In a new Instagram Live interview for Saldana’s Latino empowerment platform Bese, the actress (who identifies as Afro-Latina) discussed the topic of colorism…
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The Root Jams Weekly (7/31/2020): 'Soundtrack Jams'
We all have movies that resonate with us. And in those movies, there are usually songs that help flesh out the story that become part of our lives. Today’s list is full of our favorite soundtrack jams. “Soundtrack Jams” (7/31/2020) Maiysha Kai Al Jarreau “Moonlighting” Johnny Mathis & Deniece Williams “Without Us” Labrinth “All for…
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Idris Elba to Receive BAFTA's Special Award for His 'Creative Contributions' to Television
Idris Elba is one of Britain’s best-known actors, and he has made a name for himself both onscreen and off with his work in the director’s chair and as a writer and producer. His contributions will be recognized at the upcoming BAFTA TV Awards, where he will receive the organization’s Special Award. “It’s a great…
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John Boyega Confirms to Star Wars Fans That He's 'Moved On' From the Franchise
The Star Wars franchise continues to expand, with a new Taika Waititi-directed film reportedly in development. Nevertheless, don’t expect John Boyega to take part in it. The actor confirmed his departure from the series in an Instagram comment, responding to a fan who wrote about what he’d like to see from the character in the…
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Beyoncé Drops Stunning Full Trailer for Black Is King Visual Album
During her acceptance speech for BET’s Humanitarian Award at the network’s annual awards show in June, Beyoncé announced the release of her forthcoming “visual album” Black Is King on Disney+. On Instagram, the musician wrote that the visual is a “companion piece” to her 2019 compilation LP, The Lion King: The Gift. “[Black Is King…
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Idris Elba Doesn't Think Racist TV Shows, Films Should be Censored or Pulled, Should Come With Warning Instead
Actor Idris Elba spoke with Radio Times about his thoughts regarding media censorship. In the interview with the magazine (released Tuesday), he says he believes television programs and films that are censored or flagged for jokes deemed inappropriate or offensive should come with a warning label, not be removed from their distribution platforms. “I’m very…
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Zendaya, John David Washington to Star in Malcolm & Marie, Which Was Shot Entirely During Quarantine
While much of Hollywood has been trying to decipher how to reopen and get back to business in this crazy new world we have to adapt to, Zendaya has been booked and is showing the girls how it’s done. The multihyphenate has been quietly filming a new movie alongside Golden Globe-nominated actor and her fellow…