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‘Shaft’ is a modern tale about Black manhood
What happens when you combine the star power of one of the highest grossing actors of all time (Oscar-nominated Samuel L. Jackson), the brand of Shaft, (originally released in 1971 and rebooted in 2000 with Jackson), intelligent humor (with Black-ish creator Kenya Barris as writer) and a mix of newer and established talent (Alexandra Shipp,…
Read MoreRed carpet talk: Premiere of ‘Shaft’ brings out Samuel L. Jackson, more at ABFF
The American Black Film Festival (ABFF), held June 12 – June 16 in Miami Beach, FL, kicked off its opening night film ‘SHAFT’ with a star studded red carpet premiere. Directed by Tim Story, this multi-generational action/comedy film is one of the most highly anticipated films of the 2019 summer series. Rolling out was on…
Read MoreJessie T. Usher and Kellon Akeem launch production company in Atlanta
Business partners Jessie T. Usher (“Survivor’s Remorse,” Independence Day: Resurgence, Son of Shaft) and Kellon Akeem hosted a private game-night-inspired mix and mingle on Saturday, Jan. 13 to celebrate the launch of their production company, Mansa Productions. Held at the Gathering Spot in Atlanta’s Northyards Business Park, the event served as the perfect playground and networking mixer…
Read More‘Survivor’s Remorse’ stars RonReaco Lee and Erica Ash get real
The stars of STARZ hit comedy ‘Survivor’s Remorse’ discuss changes in the show this season and why Black television can’t be afraid of showing messy Black lives.
Read MoreRonReaco Lee talks sports, ‘Survivor’s Remorse’ and strip clubs
“Survivor’s Remorse,” the comedy series from STARZ that chronicles the exploits of a basketball star and his nouveau-riche family, returns this weekend for a highly-anticipated season 2. RonReaco Lee says Reggie is more confident this year.
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