Posts Tagged ‘black film’
Black actors who are phenomenal and you didn’t even know it
With films like Fruitvale Station, The Butler and 12 Years a Slave, the past few years have been a turning point for black films and black filmmakers alike. Despite roles such as Chiwetel Ejiofor’s portrayal of Solomon Northup however, several outstanding black actors continue to shine under the radar. From the small screen to the…
Read MoreHollywood celebrates strides in black film at the 2014 AAFCA Awards
On February 3, The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) held its annual awards ceremony, honoring award-winning African Americans in the black film industry. The 2014 AAFCA Awards hosted by “Sleepy Hollows” actor Orlando Jones and actress Salli Richardson-Whitfield highlighted the many strides made in black film, with a wide arrange of award recipients in…
Read MoreSeen on the scene: Taye Diggs, Sanaa Lathan, Terrence Howard and Regina Hall filming ‘The Best Man Holiday’
It was a cold day in Toronto for the cast of the highly anticipated sequel, The Best Man Holiday. Taye Diggs, Terrence Howard, Regina Hall and Sanaa Lathan (with what appears to be a baby bump), were spotted filming in Canada yesterday. Check them out below. –ruthie hawkins
Read MoreDocumentaries and movies celebrating Nelson Mandela’s life
Nelson Mandela, a former president of South Africa, was arguably one of the world’s most influential leaders. Click continue for a summary of great movies and documentaries that have honored his life to date. –ruthie hawkins
Read MoreInfluential black actors
Although Black History Month is over, the following actors are absolutely deserving of a little extra credit. Click continue to see some of the most influential black actors who paved the way for contemporary stars. –ruthie hawkins
Read More10 films every black woman should watch
There’s nothing quite as good as good losing yourself in a great movie. They make us laugh, cry, and at times, rediscover ourselves. As Black History Month comes to close, take a look at 10 memorable films that brilliantly highlight black culture. Enjoy! –ruthie hawkins
Read More10 black films that never won Oscars but are cult classics
Let’s face it, the Academy Awards have a history of ignoring black films and black actors who turned in noteworthy performances. Spike Lee’s Malcom X, Do The Right Thing and John Singleton’s Boys N The Hood all deserved Oscar Awards, but were snubbed. But while yearly awards can provide insight on how a project faired…
Read MoreNicole Ari Parker Talks ’35 & Ticking’ and the Beauty of Black Films
It must be one special movie to get veteran actress Nicole Ari Parker this giddy. But that’s precisely where she found herself when asked about her latest film, 35 & Ticking. The film, which is set to hit theaters May 20, is a romantic comedy, directed by Russ Parr, surrounding the travails of four men…
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