FILM
New Denzel Movie, “Fences” Debuts Christmas Day
Watch the new official teaser trailer for Fences, starring Denzel Washington and Viola Davis. See it in theatres December 25, 2016. Here are some reviews from around the web: Film Review: Denzel Washington and Viola Davis in ‘Fences’ https://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/fences_2016 http://www.imdb.com/title/tt2671706 http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/review/fences-review-946013 http://www.slate.com/blogs/browbeat/2016/11/22/the_first_reviews_say_denzel_washington_s_fences_is_a_major_oscar_contender.html https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/fences https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fences_(film) http://screenrant.com/fences-movie-trailer-reviews ‘Fences’ Review: Denzel Washington and Viola Davis Take Center Stage
Read MoreIs How Your Tech Talks go with Clients? (Humor) (Video)
Funny business meeting illustrating how hard it is for an engineer to fit into the corporate world!
Read MoreABC’s Show Scandal: the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly
I have mixed emotions about ABC’s hit TV show, “Scandal.” The show, created by Greys Anatomy writer Shonda Rhimes, stars the beautiful and talented Kerry Washington who plays, “Olivia.”
Read MoreAbout Black Women Filmmakers
Recently black filmmaker and professor, Avril Speaks, reflected on the absence of Black women filmmakers at this year’s Sundance Festival.
Read MoreSome Recent Tweets & Articles on Black Film
One of the articles of interest I list in this blog post is Ebony’s article on “8 Little Known Facts About Black Film.” Along with some interesting tweets! All from February 1-2, 2013.
Read MoreDjango Unchained: To See or Not to See?
I haven’t seen Quentin Tarantino’s movie, “Django Unchained” yet, a Western with slavery as the backdrop of an epic love story. I’ve only seen the interview that Oprah Winfrey had with Jaime Fox who stars in the movie along with Kerry Washington. This movie is quite the talk among one of my circle of friends.
Read MoreSoledad Obrien’s Documentary on, “Who is Black in America”
This past Sunday night I watched a documentary on CNN. By Soledad O’Brien. TV journalist. Topic: Who is Black in America. I knew I had to tune in. This topic has interested me for quite some time. Long before bi-racial Barak Obama became known as American’s first Black President. When he was elected I actually…
Read MoreMovie Trailer for “Restless City” by Andrew Dosunmu
It moved viewers at the 2011 Sundance Festival. Then it opened in theatres throughout New York City and Lost Angelos, CA, on April 27, 2012, released by AFFRM (African-American Film Festival Releasing Movement). Now it can be viewed in other cities due to demand. Such as in Denver at Denver Film Center! Catch it at 12p,…
Read MoreNew York Times Documentary on Transitioning to Natural Hair
Check out this 6-minute video on black women “transitioning” their hair. I loved it. It was posted on the New York Times website three days ago. The video is called “Transition.” And Zina Saro-Wiwa is the filmmaker. It focuses on black women’s decision to embrace their naturally kinky hair in lieu of chemical relaxers or straighteners. To read…
Read MoreOctober is Black Movie Month
October is Black Movie Month. Black Movie Month (BMM) is an online campaign to rally global audiences in support of Black Cinema.
Read MoreDocumentary “Dark Girls” Reveals Black(er) Girls Feelings
Clips from the upcoming documentary exploring the deep-seated biases and attitudes about skin color—particularly dark skinned women, outside of and within the Black American culture.
Read MoreConfessions of a Hollywood Christian
Check out the trailer for “Confessions of a Hollywood Christian.”
Read MoreUntil You’re in the Theater with Butts in Seats
In Ava DuVernay’s words, the most common mistakes that independent filmmakers make is feeling like your picture is finished when you lock picture.
Read MoreMovie Review: I Will Follow – In Theaters Now
The film was released through AFFRM (African-American Film Festival Releasing Movement) and AMC Independent and opened on March 11, 2011 starring Salli Richardson-Whitfield, Omari Hardwick, and others.
Read MoreThe Rise of Black Film Outside of Hollywood
Instead of expecting Hollywood to change, we finally realize that we need to take matters into our own hands and create our own films, outside of Hollywood.
Read MoreMovie Review: Mooz-Lum – in Select Theaters
I saw the movie, “Mooz-lum” starring Danny Glover, Nia Long, and Evan Ross at AMC theater at Franklin Mills Mall. A must-see movie. Watch the trailer and demand it in your area!
Read MoreRegina King Calls Emmys & Hollywood Racist
Read Regina’s open letter about the Emmys written shortly after the 62nd Primetime Emmy® Awards which took place Sunday, August 29, 2010, in Los Angeles, CA.
Read MoreChris Rock’s “Good Hair” Documentary
Chris Rock is on to something powerful with his GOOD HAIR documentary. It didn’t quite dive into the natural hair realm as I thought it ought but gave some insightful look into the history and importance of hair in the African American community.
Read MoreMovie Review: The Book of Eli
A few weeks ago I was in the drugstore downtown during my lunch hour and the guy at the front desk was going on and on about how wack “The Book of Eli” was. He had seen it and was very disappointed. “What didn’t you like about it?” I asked him. “Denzel just walked through…
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