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Review: 'How to Tell You’re a Douchebag' Is a Black Rom-Com for the 21st Century (NYC Premiere at New Voices This Weekend)
4 hours ago
Tonight (Sunday, April 24) at 9:30pm, at the New Voices in Black Cinema Festival at BAMCinematek in Brooklyn, NYC, an encore screening of Tahir Jetter's feature debut and Sundance 2016 selection, "How to Tell You're a Douchebag," preceded by Iquo B. Essien's short film, "New York, I Love You." Yesterday's screening of both films sold out, so an encore screening (with both films and filmmakers present) has been scheduled for tonight, Sunday, at 9:30pm, to accommodate the demand. And that screening is also selling well. So you're encouraged to buy tickets before you get to the theater tonight... at the »
- Aramide A Tinubu
Pearl Mackie Named New 'Doctor Who' Companion - Watch Sneak Peak
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Pearl Mackie has been named the new "Doctor Who" companion, starring alongside Peter Capaldi's Time Lord in the Tardis, replacing Jenna Coleman, whose character Clara Oswald left the show in 2015. The announcement was made on BBC One yesterday. Filming for the next season of the long-running hit science fiction series will kick off later this year for a 2017 bow. Mackie described her new character "Bill" as "wicked... cool, strong, sharp, a little bit vulnerable with a bit of geekiness thrown in." "I'm incredibly excited to be joining the Doctor Who family," the British actress said. "It's such an extraordinary British institution, I »
- Tambay A. Obenson
Review: Dramatizing Stories of Lgbt Life in Kenya, 'Stories of Our Lives' Is a Beautiful Film About Love & Humanity
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"Stories of Our Lives" screens today, April 24, at 2pm, at the New Voices in Black Cinema Festival at BAMCinematek in Brooklyn, NYC. The critically-acclaimed Kenya-South Africa co-production directed by Jim Chuchu is a creation of the members of The Nest Collective, a Nairobi-based arts initiative. It is an anthology of 5 short films dramatizing true stories of Lgbt life in Kenya. The film won a Jury Prize at the 65th Berlin International Film Festival and came second in the Panorama Audience Award. It will be preceded by Ghanaian-American artist, Blitz the Ambassador's short film "Diasporadical Trilogia" filmed in three locations: »
- Zeba Blay
Review: 'French Dirty' Is a Very Los Angeles Version of a French New Wave Romantic Drama (Screens Tonight at New Voices, Brooklyn NYC)
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Screening tonight, Sunday, April 24, at New Voices in Black Cinema Festival at BAMCinematek in Brooklyn, NYC, is the debut feature film from brothers Wade Allain-Marcus and Jesse Allain-Marcus, titled "French Dirty" - the festival's closing night film, at 7pm. The quintessentially Los Angeles dramedy stars Wade Allain-Marcus as Vincent, a child of divorce, turning 30 years old, seemingly aimless, but in search of himself. The screening of this freewheeling, exuberantly inventive indie dramedy will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmakers. It will be preceded by a screening of Pedro Bermudez’s short film "Hasta Mañana" - a »
- Brandon Wilson
First Clip + Poster for Eddie Murphy's First Film in Five Years - 'Mr. Church'
23 April 2016 9:09 AM, PDT
It feels like it's been a long time since we last saw Eddie Murphy on the big screen, doesn't it? I'm sure he's comfortable financially, and isn't exactly pressed to make new money by taking on almost every project that's offered to him. So when Murphy does attach himself to a project, it immediately gets my attention. The last time we saw him on the big screen was in "Tower Heist" in 2011, 5 years ago. Although there was that terrible "A Thousand Words" which sat in limbo for years after it was made, until Dreamworks finally released it in early 2012 (it was made years before "Tower Heist") to overwhelmingly negative reviews and weak box »
- Tambay A. Obenson
National Chains Are Bringing 'Purple Rain' Back to Movie Theaters for Special Run - Find Out if It's Coming to Your City
22 April 2016 1:48 PM, PDT
National theater chains Carmike Cinemas and AMC Theaters have both scheduled special, limited screenings of Prince's Oscar and Grammy award-winning "Purple Rain" (1984) starting tomorrow, Saturday, April 23 through Thursday, April 28. The film will be presented on the big screen, as it was meant to be seen, for fans to gather, remember and experience as a community this once-in-a-lifetime artist who burst onto the scene with his very first film, 1984's quasi-autobiographical "Purple Rain." "Purple Rain" will be presented in over 100 theaters across the country. A list of locations is below. More theatres might be added, so fans are encouraged to check their »
- Tambay A. Obenson
Exclusive Clip from Action/Thriller 'Term Life' Featuring Terrence Howard
22 April 2016 1:29 PM, PDT
Terrence Howard is a member of the cast of Universal’s adaptation of the action/thriller graphic novel "Term Life," which stars Vince Vaughn and Hailee Steinfeld, and follows a man who plans and sells heists to the highest bidder, but when his latest job goes horribly wrong, he finds himself hunted by every crooked person he knows. He takes out a life insurance policy on himself with his daughter as the beneficiary, just in case, while being forced to take his daughter on the run, and keeping them both alive, until the insurance policy becomes active in 3 weeks. Howard plays a small town sheriff who encounters Vaughn's character while he's on the run. In addition to Vaughn and »
- Tambay A. Obenson
Trailer: Dwayne Johnson Returns as Spencer Strasmore for 'Ballers' Season 2
22 April 2016 11:27 AM, PDT
Dwayne Johnson returns as Spencer Strasmore for season 2 of "Ballers" on July 17 at 10Pm on HBO. The network has released a first trailer for the upcoming new season. Looking at the lives of former and current football players, "Ballers" follows former superstar Spencer Strasmore (played by Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson) as he gets his life on track in retirement, while mentoring other current and former players through the daily grind of the business of football. “The charismatic and hugely talented Dwayne Johnson, along with the rest of the 'Ballers' cast, has truly struck a chord with the HBO audience,” said Michael Lombardo, president, HBO »
- Tambay A. Obenson
Review: Pre-'Star Wars' John Boyega Shines in 'Imperial Dreams,' an Overlooked Gem (Screens Tonight in NYC)
22 April 2016 10:52 AM, PDT
Malik Vitthal's debut feature "Imperial Dreams" screens at the New Voices in Black Cinema Festival in Brooklyn, NY, which kicked off last night and will run through this Sunday, April 24, 2016. For tickets (which are selling fast) and other info related to the film and the festival, visit http://www.bam.org/film/2016/imperial-dreams. --- Malik Vitthal's debut feature "Imperial Dreams" tells the story of a young ex-convict seeking a better life for himself and his son. It's easy to see why the film took the Best of Next Audience Award at the Sundance Film Festival last year, as it represents classic and heartfelt storytelling at its »
- Jai Tiggett
Cannes Film Festival Plans Prince Tribute
22 April 2016 9:56 AM, PDT
The world's most prestigious film - the Cannes Film Festival - has announced that it is planning a tribute to Prince, who died yesterday, Thursday, at the age of 57. Details on what this tribute will include isn't yet public information. "There will be a tribute to Prince, but no more information right now," the a Cannes Film Festival rep. The music superstar scored, or provided music for numerous films throughout his inimitable career (from Tim Burton's "Batman" to Spike Lee's "Girl 6" and much more), winning an Oscar for the "Purple Rain" soundtrack in the Best Music, Original Song Score category in 1984. »
- Tambay A. Obenson
Exclusive: Seattle International Film Festival (Siff) Announces Rich African Pictures Program Lineup of Features and Shorts
22 April 2016 8:18 AM, PDT
In 2012, Siff (the Seattle International Film Festival) was the recipient of The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences multi-year grant for its African Pictures program - a total of $150,000 over a three-year period - funds that would go towards showcasing the burgeoning and diverse brands of cinema that are emerging across continental Africa. The grant would allow Siff to really broaden and deepen its search across the continent, to find films that would later screen/premiere at the festival - 67 films from 37 countries, including 6 World premieres, 17 North American premieres, and 3 Us premieres since 2013 - curated by Siff »
- Tambay A. Obenson
Tribeca First Look: The Cast Of Own’s ‘Greenleaf’ on the Series’ Expansive Foundation & Arresting Narrative
22 April 2016 7:06 AM, PDT
I grew up in a two-religion household. Whether I was reading, cooking, or playing with my sister, my father’s prayers to Allah were often heard in the background. I can see him now; his freshly washed feet stepping gracefully on his prayer mat, his body folding deeply as his forehead touched the ground. The ritual of it all, his hands open, palms faced up, and his voice murmuring Arabic was always soothing to me. However, on Sundays, my mother dressed my sister and I up in lacy socks and velvety dresses, and the three of us drove across town to worship at a small Black Catholic church on the West Side of Chicago. This was the same church she’d attended as a girl. I can recall the »
- Aramide A Tinubu
The World Is on the Brink of Extinction in Longer 'Independence Day' Sequel ("Resurgence") Trailer
22 April 2016 5:03 AM, PDT
20th Century Fox has released an even longer new trailer for "Independence Day: Resurgence," revealing even more of the upcoming movie, you actually may not even have to go see it when it opens in theaters this summer, June 24, 2016. Jessie T. Usher (star of the LeBron James-produced Starz series, "Survivor’s Remorse"), playing Will Smith's character's son, joins returning stars Jeff Goldblum, Bill Pullman, and Vivica A. Fox, as well as newcomers Liam Hemsworth, Charlotte Gainsbourg, Sela Ward and Deobia Oparei (Areo Hotah in HBO’s "Game Of Thrones"). 20th Century Fox is planning 2 sequels, by the way. This one is the first of »
- Tambay A. Obenson
It Snowed in April – A Filmmaker’s Tribute to Prince
21 April 2016 2:35 PM, PDT
Today’s haiku: april snow has come early morning news Prince gone sometimes I wish life I live in Japan. In my home Prince reigns musically. "Purple Rain" is one song I own in a karaoke room. When I brush my children’s teeth, I sing "Purple Rain." They ask for it now when it’s tooth-brushing time. I am a Prince fan. I drove across the United States primarily listening to the "Emancipation" album. I have his music on vinyl, CD, cassette, and of course, digitally. My affinity for Prince goes way back. Heck, we shared the same birthday, June 7th, along with Nikki Giovanni and Gwendolyn Brooks. Yet, I know I am not the biggest fan, because I have friends who are »
- Darryl Wharton-Rigby
VH1 Announces Plans to Honor Prince, Starting Today
21 April 2016 2:22 PM, PDT
VH1 announced today the on-air plans to pay tribute to the late mega-star, Prince. Beginning today at 5:30 Pm Et, Prince’s iconic movie, “Purple Rain,” will kick of a weekend long marathon. Immediately following the first airing of “Purple Rain,” the network will air a block of his most memorable music videos. And throughout the following days, VH1’s Sway will host news updates with artists’ memories and fan reactions. The full tribute lineup below: Thursday, April 21:5:30 Pm Et/Pt – “Purple Rain”8:00 Pm Et/Pt – Prince Music Video Block10:00 Pm Et/Pt – “Purple Rain”12:30 Am Et/Pt – Prince Music Video Block Friday, April 22:12:00 Pm Et/Pt – “Purple Rain”10:30P Pm »
- Tambay A. Obenson
First Lady Michelle Obama to Appear in May Episode of 'NCIS'
21 April 2016 1:05 PM, PDT
First Lady Michelle Obama will appear in an NCIS episode in conjunction with "Joining Forces," a nationwide initiative supporting service members, veterans and their families, on Tuesday, May 3 (8:00-9:00 Pm, Et/Pt), on the CBS Television Network. In the NCIS episode "Homefront," First Lady Michelle Obama welcomes NCIS Special Agent Leroy Jethro Gibbs (Mark Harmon) and the wife of a Marine to the White House for a "Joining Forces" roundtable with military spouses. The extras cast in the roundtable scene were actual military spouses. In 2011, First Lady Michelle Obama and Dr. Jill Biden came together to launch "Joining Forces," a nationwide »
- Tambay A. Obenson
Own Shows Confidence in 'Greenleaf' - Orders Second Season Ahead of Season One Premiere
21 April 2016 11:58 AM, PDT
Own's new original series "Greenleaf," featuring Oprah Winfrey's first recurring scripted television role in two decades, will launch on June 21 at 10 p.m. Et/Pt. But the network is evidently very confident in the series' potential as a ratings hit because a 13-episode second season has been ordered. The megachurch drama from Emmy nominated writer/producer Craig Wright ("Lost," "Six Feet Under") and Lionsgate Television centers on the journey of estranged daughter and disillusioned preacher Grace Greenleaf (played by Merle Dandridge) who has returned home after 20 years on the occasion of the mysterious death of her sister, Faith. As she »
- Tambay A. Obenson
ABC Announces 2016 Summer Primetime Schedule - 'Uncle Buck,' 'O.J. Made in America Part 1,' More...
21 April 2016 11:42 AM, PDT
ABC has unveiled its 2016 summer primetime schedule. Premieres of note, given this blog's specific interests are... - "O.J.: Made in America - Part 1" - Premieres Saturday, June 11: It is the defining cultural tale of modern America - a saga of race, celebrity, media, violence, and the criminal justice system. And two decades after its unforgettable climax, it continues to fascinate, polarize, and even, yes, develop new chapters. Now, the producers of Espn's "30 for 30" have made it the subject of their most ambitious project yet. From Peabody and Emmy-award winning director Ezra Edelman, it's "O.J.: Made in America," a seven-hour, 45-minute »
- Tambay A. Obenson
Here's the List of Films & TV Series Coming to Amazon Prime in May
21 April 2016 9:47 AM, PDT
Netflix gets all the love, but Amazon does have a competing streaming video service called Amazon Prime (which I've been a subscriber of for a few years), and it too does refresh its monthly offerings just like Netflix. It may not boasts the same number of subscribers as Netflix does, but I'm sure a lot of you are members, and you use the service just like I do. In fact, I actually don't have a favorite streaming service. Netflix and Amazon get the most play in my house, but neither dominates. There's also of course Hulu, and other relatively smaller players which I might highlight as well. For today, here's the list of films and TV shows that will be coming to Amazon's streaming »
- Tambay A. Obenson
Chris Obi Joins Ricky Whittle in 'American Gods' Serial Adaptation as Cameras Roll
21 April 2016 8:06 AM, PDT
Starz and FremantleMedia North America (Fmna) began production this week on the 10-episode first season of “American Gods,” the adaptation of Neil Gaiman’s acclaimed contemporary fantasy novel. Shooting has commenced in Toronto, Canada and will continue in additional locations across America. Joining the previously announced cast are Cloris Leachman as Zorya Vechernyaya, Peter Stormare as Czernobog, Chris Obi as Anubis, and Mousa Kraish as The Jinn. The cast includes Ricky Whittle as Shadow Moon, Ian McShane as Mr. Wednesday, Emily Browning as Laura Moon, Sean Harris as Mad Sweeney, Yetide Badaki as Bilquis, Bruce Langley as Technical »
- Tambay A. Obenson
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