Posts Tagged ‘Black Films’
Legendary 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 Five Heartbeats, Townsend continues to blaze trails in the industry. Just in the past year, he directed the BET drama American Soul and the CW’s…
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 You Sleeping?” and more. Your colleague, Regina King, just walked away with the Best Supporting Actress award. How did it feel to gain recognition for…
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 in Black excellence with a wide range of stories to tell. Black creators will shine in front and behind scenes and we are here for…
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 are eager to begin working on the third installment of the series, but whether or not the project comes to fruition depends heavily on the…
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 beautiful reality as Dievbiere took a leap of faith and headed for America, landing in Atlanta. Dievbiere jumped right in to new opportunity, taking courses…
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 afternoon with his favorite uncle, Vincent (Common), he begins to doubt the man he has looked up to his whole life. As their journey leads…
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 league baseball player ever, Jackie Robinson (Chadwick Boseman). Despite the vicious racism Robinson faces from fans, other teams and at times his own teammates, he…
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 Turner in What’s Love Got to Do With It, as well as Betty Shabazz in Malcolm X, Bassett has snagged roles in more than 50…
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 have also been awarded the gold statuette. African Americans have also been recognized in music, sound mixing and documentary as well. But in spite of…
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 for a few black Westerns, that you’ve probably never heard of…
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 energy and live karaoke performances. The 11Eleven11 Project™ was created by Studio 11 Films in association with actor-director Kim Fields (currently directing for Tyler Perry’s “House…
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