Posts Tagged ‘Black Films’
1st looks at Eddie Murphy’s ‘Coming 2 America’ (photos)
Long before we were whisked away to the majestic kingdom of Wakanda, there was the awe-inspiring empire called Zamunda. Eddie Murphy and Arsenio Hall will take us back to Zamunda,…
Read MoreLegendary filmmaker Robert Townsend on the impact of mentoring in Black films
Robert Townsend is a living legend in the filmmaking industry. Aside from his numerous accolades and films, which include cult classics like Hollywood Shuffle, Meteor Man, and of course The…
Read MoreMichael Beach discusses his role in ‘Beale Street’ and Black Hollywood
Recently, rolling out had a conversation with actor, family man, fitness enthusiast and actor Michael Beach. He spoke about his new leading role, opposite Octavia Spencer, in Apple’s highly anticipated upcoming series, “Are…
Read MoreThe top 8 must-watch Black film and television productions in 2018
2017 was full of Black talent and 2018 will be even greater. From television to Hollywood feature films it’s safe to say, we’ve arrived. As the world prepares to indulge…
Read MoreCharles S. Dutton and Tatyana Ali get real about black Hollywood
The stars of “Comeback Dad” give a frank and honest take on this so-called “renaissance” in black film and television
Read MoreTaye Diggs says black films in Hollywood held to different standard
Broadway and Hollywood star Taye Diggs says Hollywood heavyweights hold films starring African Americans to a different, unfair standard. No surprise there. Diggs, along with fellow The Best Man cast members…
Read MoreDirector Frank Dievbiere debuts ‘Redemption 316’
At the tender age of 14, Frank Dievbiere had a dream to leave his small hometown in Nigeria for the land of the free. In 2000, that dream became a…
Read More‘Luv’ premieres tonight on BET
Tonight, BET Premiere Cinema kicks off with Luv, an indie hit starring leading man Common and Michael Rainey Jr. When a young boy named Woody (Michael Rainey Jr.), spends an…
Read More’42’ and other films that document blacks’ struggles, successes
Brian Helgeland’s sports biopic 42, tells the tale of the 1947 baseball season in which Brooklyn Dodgers general manager Branch Rickey (Harrison Ford) decides to sign the first black major…
Read MoreMorgan Freeman’s 7 best movies
There’s more to Morgan Freeman than his amazing voice. He was outstanding in films such as Se7en, The Shawshank Redemption and Glory, but which is his best? –ruthie hawkins
Read MoreAngela Bassett’s 7 most memorable films
Angela Evelyn Bassett, born Aug. 16 1958, is arguably one of the most respected black actresses in Hollywood. Renowned for her biographical roles portraying famous African American women, including Tina…
Read MoreBlack directors, films snubbed by Oscars
Since Denzel Washington and Halle Berry won Oscars for Best Actor and Best Actress, respectively, in 2001, Jamie Foxx, Don Cheadle, Jennifer Hudson, Morgan Freeman, Forest Whitaker and Octavia Spencer…
Read MoreBlack Western movies you probably never knew existed
While the role of the cowboy has normally been set aside for the white actor, the following Westerns break the mold, showcasing a cast of mostly blacks. Click to continue…
Read MoreThe best films with all-black casts
Check out rolling out‘s list of the best films with all-black casts. Did your favorite make the cut?
Read More11Eleven11 Film Project Celebrates Launch Success
GME Sports Lounge and Grill hosted a fun-filled and creative evening celebrating the completion of four of the 11 films being created during this one-of-a-kind project. The night was filled with positive…
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