A Painting Inspires a Period Piece
For “Belle” filmmaker Amma Asante it all started with a painting. A remarkable 18th-century painting of…
Is Ellen DeGeneres The Best Host in Oscar History?
With her wacky banters, wit and sarcasm, Ellen DeGeneres made the 2014 annual Oscars the most…
Yoruba Richen wins best documentary award
The documentary filmmaker who has directed and produced films in the U.S, Africa and South America…
Taking the world by Storm:“Better Mus’ Come” reveals a dark chapter in Jamaica’s political history.
Passion, politics and poverty play a pivotal role in Storm Saulter’s debut film “Better Mus’ Come” which is…
Lashana Lynch: “I want people to feel Mrs. Marley’s energy”
When Lashana Lynch appears on screen in “Bob Marley: One Love,” she looks as if she was born for…
Nigeria’s Animated Series ‘Iwájú’ Gets a Release Disney Date
It’s an animated series set in futuristic Lagos that explores themes of inequality and features the…
Marianne Jean-Baptiste, Cynthia Erivo Face Off For a Best Actress Accolade
Two British actresses have been selected as nominees for the Best Actress Award by the Critics Choice Organization. Cynthia Erivo who…
Ayo Edebiri to host SNL
Ayo Edebiri will host NBC’s Emmy-winning late-night comedy showcase “Saturday Night Live” for the first time on Feb. 3. Edebiri, who stars…
Angela Bassett, Viola Davis and Mary J. Blige battle for Entertainer of the Year Award
NAACP has unveiled the full list of “54th NAACP Image Awards” nominees and Angela Bassett, Viola Davis and Mary J. Blige…
Serena Williams will be inducted to the National Women’s Hall of Fame
Serena Williams and Ruby Bridges have been added to the National Women’s Hall of Fame’s Class…